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Basque Cheesecake Recipe

Inspired by The Bottle
Time3h
Serves8

Carmel Mousse, Graham Cracker Crumble

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Ingredients

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For the Basque Cheesecake

For the Caramel Mousse

For the Graham Cracker Crumble

Method

For the Basque Cheesecake

1

Prepare the Batter

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add the heavy cream and mix until well combined. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract, flour, and a pinch of salt. Mix until fully combined.

2

Bake

Pour the cheesecake batter into a greased 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the top is dark and caramelized. Allow to cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.

For the Caramel Mousse

3

Make the Caramel

In a saucepan, combine granulated sugar and water. Cook over medium heat until the sugar dissolves and turns a golden brown. Remove from heat, carefully add the heavy cream, and stir until smooth. Let cool slightly.

4

Combine with Egg Yolks

In a bowl, whisk the egg yolks. Slowly pour the warm caramel mixture into the yolks while whisking continuously. Strain the mixture to remove any lumps.

5

Add Gelatin

Dissolve the gelatin powder in cold water and add to the caramel mixture. Stir until fully combined.

6

Whip Cream

Whip the remaining heavy cream until soft peaks form. Fold into the caramel mixture until fully incorporated. Refrigerate until set.

For the Graham Cracker Crumble

7

Prepare the Crumble

In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, brown sugar, and a pinch of salt until combined. Spread onto a baking sheet and bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool.