Claire Saffitz Makes Basque Cheesecake | Dessert Person

Many thanks to today’s video partner, New York Times Cooking. I’m a contributor there, and this recipe was developed specifically for NYT Cooking. The full recipe is available here: https://nyti.ms/42Z4cWS Claire Saffitz Makes Basque Cheesecake | Dessert Person Burnt, creamy, deeply caramelized, and surprisingly simple to make, this Lemon Basque Cheesecake might be the easiest cheesecake recipe you’ll ever try. Unlike traditional New York cheesecake, which is baked slowly in a water bath for a perfectly even texture, Basque cheesecake is intentionally baked hot and fast to create its signature dark top and ultra-soft, custardy center. In this episode of Dessert Person, Claire Saffitz walks through her easy Lemon Basque Cheesecake recipe featuring fresh lemon zest, lemon juice, and rich mascarpone cheese for a bright citrus twist on the classic burnt Basque cheesecake made famous in San Sebastián, Spain. Claire also shares tips for checking doneness with an instant-read thermometer, how to achieve the iconic deeply bronzed top, and why using a food processor makes this cheesecake recipe quick, smooth, and nearly foolproof. Whether you’re looking for an easy cheesecake recipe, a baked lemon dessert, or want to learn how to make authentic Basque cheesecake at home, this recipe delivers bakery-quality results with minimal effort. #basquecheesecake #cheesecake #clairesaffitz Chapters: 00:00 Intro 00:45 How To Make Basque Cheesecake 01:46 Ingredients & Special Equipment 04:39 Make the Basque Cheesecake 15:57 Remove & Broil 19:36 Serve What's for Dessert by Claire Saffitz is out now: https://geni.us/WjcIbfp Dessert Person Online: https://www.dessertperson.com/ Claire on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/csaffitz/?h… Claire Merchandise: https://www.dessertperson.com/buystuff Penguin Random House Books: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/ Video Series: Producer/Director: Vincent Cross Camera Operator: Calvin Robertson Editor/Motion Graphics: Bryant Alvarez Animation Credits: Character Designer/Animator/Backgrounds: Jack Sherry Character Rigger: Johara Dutton