How to Make Original Burnt Basque Cheesecake (without really burning it)

How to Make Original Burnt Basque Cheesecake (without really burning it)

This isn’t La Viña’s cheesecake — it’s my version of the famous Burnt Basque Cheesecake, using four different cheeses for a deeper, more complex flavor.

The original from La Viña in San Sebastián became a global sensation — but here in Spain, many chefs have taken it to the next level. In this video, I show you how to make my creamy, caramelized, and perfectly burnt Basque-style cheesecake using the perfect cheese mix for it.

We’ll also cover the best baking method to get that signature burnt top and melt-in-your-mouth center.

Ingredients (23 cm mold):
500 g cream cheese
100 g cottage cheese
40 g blue cheese
40 g parmesan
180 g sugar
250 g heavy cream (35%+ fat)
5 eggs
1 tbsp flour

For the base:
100 g biscuits
60 g butter

Cooking times for the runny texture of the vid:
190°C for 35′ + 250°C and grill for 3′ 20”.
Remember times always depend on the power of the oven you are using.

Whether you’ve tried the original or not, this version will blow your mind.Let me know in the comments how yours turns out — and don’t forget to subscribe for more real Spanish recipes!

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