Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of our Simple Lemon Sugar Burnt Basque Cheesecake, a creamy dessert that perfectly balances a sweet, crinkly top with a vibrant lemon filling. This easy-to-make cheesecake is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a family gathering or a cozy night in. With its unique texture and zesty flavor, this dessert will not only satisfy your sweet cravings but also impress your guests. The recipe is designed for bakers of all skill levels, ensuring that you can whip up this stunning treat with minimal effort. Enjoy it chilled or at room temperature for the best taste!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese
- 3/4 cup plus 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 3 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F and prepare a 9-inch springform pan by lightly buttering it and lining it with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, beat together cream cheese, sugar, and lemon zest until smooth. Gradually add eggs one at a time.
- Mix in heavy cream and vanilla until well combined.
- Sift and fold in flour and salt until just mixed; pour into the prepared pan.
- Sprinkle lemon sugar topping over the batter and bake for 50-55 minutes until golden brown but still slightly jiggly in the center.
- Allow to cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 130mg