Chocolate Basque cheesecake with roasted strawberries

This chocolate Basque-style cheesecake is rich, smooth and creamy. Topped with juicy, roasted strawberries, it’s an indulgent dessert to enjoy with friends and family.

A basque chocolate cheesecake with cheese and roated strawberries on top

Serves

20

Prep

15m

Note: + cooling & 2 hours chilling time

Cooking

1h 10m

Ingredients

  • 1kg cream cheese, at room temperature
  • 1 1/2 cups (330g) brown sugar
  • 6 Coles Australian Free Range Eggs
  • 200g dark chocolate, melted
  • 600ml thickened cream
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/4 cup (35g) plain flour
  • 2 tbs dark cocoa powder
  • 250g strawberries, halved
  • 2 tbs caster sugar
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) rosé wine or apple juice
  • 1 tsp vanilla bean paste
  • Double cream, to serve

Method

STEP 1

Preheat oven to 200°C. Grease a 22cm (base measurement) square cake pan. Place a 30cm x 40cm sheet of baking paper on a clean work surface. Top with another sheet of baking paper, turning 90 degrees to create a cross. Line prepared pan with the paper cross, pleating and folding the sides to fit.

STEP 2

Use an electric mixer to beat the cream cheese and brown sugar in a large bowl until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is very smooth. Add the eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Continue beating until the mixture is smooth and silky.

STEP 3

With the motor running, gradually add the melted chocolate and beat until smooth. Gradually add the cream in a thin, steady stream. Continue beating until smooth. Add the cinnamon and salt and beat to combine.

STEP 4

Sift the flour and cocoa powder over the cream cheese mixture. Beat on low until smooth. Pour into the prepared pan and smooth the surface. Bake for 1 hour or until the cheesecake is golden brown and puffed. Cool completely. Place in the fridge for 2 hours to chill. 

STEP 5

Meanwhile, reduce heat to 150°C. Line a rimmed baking tray with baking paper. Arrange the strawberry over the lined tray. Sprinkle with the caster sugar. Combine the wine or apple juice and vanilla in a bowl. Drizzle over the strawberry. Roast for 6-7 mins or until just tender. Transfer to a heatproof bowl. Place in the fridge to chill.

STEP 6

Serve the cheesecake chilled or bring to room temperature for a softer texture. Top with the cream and strawberry mixture. Cut into pieces and serve immediately.

Serve with basil leaves.

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