desserts

Brûléed Yuzu Basque Cheesecake

A creamy yuzu-infused Basque cheesecake topped with a brûléed sugar crust for the perfect balance of tang and caramel.

By @crazythickasians

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Ingredients

  • For Cheesecake:
  • 1 cup full fat cream cheese (8 oz - room temp)
  • ⅓ cup sugar, 1 tbsp corn starch
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp YUZUCO 100% Yuzu Juice
  • 1 large egg, room temp
  • 7 tbsp heavy cream
  • For Brûléed Top:
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • zest of 1 yuzu (optional)

Instructions

Step 1
Preheat oven to 475°F
Step 2
In a bowl, add cream cheese and beat with an electric mixer until creamy
Step 3
Add sugar, corn starch, vanilla extract, and yuzu juice, and mix by hand until smooth
Step 4
Add in egg and heavy cream and mix by hand until fully combined
Step 5
(Optional) Strain the mixture through a sieve for an extra smooth texture
Step 6
Line two mini Dutch ovens with parchment paper and divide the batter evenly
Step 7
Bake on the middle rack for 16–18 minutes until the tops are caramelized—the center should be slightly jiggly but will firm up overnight
Step 8
Cool completely and refrigerate overnight
Step 9
When ready to serve, mix sugar and yuzu zest, sprinkle on top of the cheesecake, and torch until caramelized and golden

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