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Luxurious London Fog Basque Cheesecake with Blackberry Bliss Recipe

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Indulge in this Luxurious London Fog Basque Cheesecake, beautifully infused with Earl Grey tea and paired with a luscious blackberry sauce. This creamy, slightly caramelized cheesecake offers a sophisticated twist on the classic Basque style, complemented perfectly by fresh and warm blackberry bliss for a delightful dessert experience.

Ingredients

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Cheesecake

  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 Earl Grey tea bags
  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 4 eggs, room temperature
  • 1 tbsp vanilla bean paste
  • 1/4 cup flour

Blackberry Sauce & Garnish

  • 2 cups blackberries, fresh or thawed
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp crème de cassis (optional)
  • 1 cup fresh blackberries (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Infuse the cream: In a saucepan, combine the heavy whipping cream with the two Earl Grey tea bags. Heat gently until just simmering, then remove from heat and allow the tea to steep in the cream for 10 minutes to impart a rich, fragrant flavor.
  2. Prepare the cheesecake batter: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with sugar until smooth and creamy, ensuring no lumps remain for a silky texture.
  3. Add eggs: Incorporate the eggs one at a time, thoroughly mixing after each to create an even and light batter.
  4. Flavor and bind: Stir in the vanilla bean paste and flour until just combined, being careful not to overmix to maintain the cheesecake’s tender crumb.
  5. Combine cream infusion: Remove tea bags from the cream mixture and slowly pour the infused cream into the cream cheese mixture, stirring gently until fully blended and smooth.
  6. Bake the cheesecake: Pour the cheesecake batter into a greased springform pan and bake in a preheated oven at 425°F (220°C) for approximately 50 minutes, until the top is beautifully caramelized and the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
  7. Make the blackberry sauce: In a saucepan, combine 2 cups of blackberries with sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and crème de cassis if using. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and the berries soften, then remove from heat.
  8. Cool and serve: Let the cheesecake cool completely in the pan. Serve slices topped with warm blackberry sauce and fresh blackberries for a stunning presentation and burst of flavor.

Notes

  • Use room temperature ingredients to ensure smooth batter consistency.
  • Do not overbake; the center should have a slight jiggle to maintain creaminess.
  • Allow the cheesecake to cool fully for best slicing results.
  • Optional crème de cassis adds a delightful depth to the blackberry sauce but can be omitted for a non-alcoholic version.
  • Fresh blackberries on top provide a fresh contrast to the rich cheesecake and sauce.

Keywords: Basque cheesecake, London Fog, Earl Grey cheesecake, blackberry sauce, dessert, baked cheesecake, tea-infused dessert

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