Mandarin Oranges Basque Cheesecake Recipe
Mandarin Oranges Basque Cheesecake is a delightful and easy-to-make dessert featuring a creamy, caramelized crust with juicy mandarin oranges on top. This recipe combines the rich texture of Basque cheesecake with a refreshing citrus twist, making it a perfect treat for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 00:20
- Cook Time: 00:45
- Total Time: 00:65
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Cheesecake
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: International
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Cheesecake Base
- 28 oz. (800g) cream cheese (heavy cream), at room temperature
- 7 oz. (200g) sugar
- 1 pinch of salt
- 5 medium eggs, at room temperature
- 14 oz. (400g) heavy cream, at room temperature
- 1 oz. (30g) all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp. vanilla extract
Topping
- 1 small can (10.5 oz./300g) of mandarin oranges (6 oz./170g drained)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat the oven to 410°F (210°C) with convection heat. Lightly grease an 8-inch baking tin with a loose bottom and line it with baking parchment—use a round piece for the bottom and a long strip for the sides, overlapping the edges by a few inches. Set aside.
- Mix Cheesecake Batter: In a large bowl, combine cream cheese, sugar, and salt using a whisk or rubber spatula until smooth without trapping air. Add eggs one at a time, stirring well after each addition. In a separate container, whisk flour with some heavy cream and vanilla extract until smooth, then add this along with the remaining heavy cream to the mixture. Stir to combine, then let sit for 5 minutes before stirring again.
- Assemble and Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top evenly. Evenly distribute the drained mandarin oranges on top, avoiding the edges to prevent burning. Place the pan on a baking sheet and bake in the center of the oven for 40-45 minutes until edges are firm and browned, while the center jiggles slightly when tapped.
- Cool and Set: Remove the cheesecake from the oven and gently loosen it from the parchment with a sharp knife to allow contraction. Carefully blot any liquid released by the mandarins with kitchen paper. Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan, then refrigerate overnight to set fully before serving.
Notes
- Do not place mandarin oranges along the edges of the cake to avoid burning and blackening during baking.
- Depending on the cream cheese brand, the cheesecake may release liquid as it cools. Use a plate or cake board with a rim under the loose-bottom pan to catch any leakage.
