Inspired by the legendary cheesecake from San Sebastián, Spain. Baked at high temperature until the top caramelises to a deep golden brown while the centre stays beautifully molten and custardy. No crust, no fuss — just pure cheesecake.
What Makes It Special
The Basque Burnt Cheesecake traces its roots to the Basque country of northern Spain, where a small bar in San Sebastián started baking cheesecakes at impossibly high temperatures. The result was a cheesecake that looked "burnt" on the outside — dark, crackled, and caramelised — but hid a centre so soft and custardy it was almost like a savoury crème brûlée.
That intentionally "burnt" top is where the magic lives. The high heat creates a complex caramel flavour — slightly bitter, deeply sweet, with smoky undertones — that you simply cannot achieve with a traditional bake. It's the contrast between the charred exterior and the molten, yielding interior that makes every slice an experience.
Unlike any other cheesecake on our menu, the Basque is crustless. There's no biscuit base, no cookie crumble — just cream cheese, eggs, sugar, and cream, baked until nature does its work. It's the opposite of perfect, and that's exactly what makes it perfect.
Available Sizes
- Mini
- Slice
- Half Pound
- One Pound
Where to Find It
The Basque Burnt Cheesecake is available across all La Chérie outlets in Pune, Mumbai, and Kolhapur. You can walk in to any of our stores or order online for pickup and delivery.