Cheesecake is a dessert that has won over palates worldwide, and although its origin is commonly associated with American cuisine, its roots date back to ancient Greece, where a similar sweet made from fresh cheese and honey was prepared. In Latin America, this delicious cheese cake goes by different names and variants depending on the country. For example, in Mexico and some Caribbean countries it is known as "pastel de queso", while in Argentina and Chile it is called "tarta de queso". Each region adapts the recipe to its local ingredients and preferences, resulting in unique versions that reflect its culinary culture.
Spanish cheesecake
How to prepare Spanish Cheesecake
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese, 1 tablespoon of butter, and the sugar.
Do not overbeat.
Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Add the cinnamon, lemon zest, flour, and salt.
Mix well.
Grease the pan with the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, using your fingers to spread it completely.
Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and bake for 12 minutes at 400 degrees, then reduce the temperature to 350 degrees and bake for another 25 to 30 minutes.
The knife should come out clean.
Let the cake cool to room temperature, then sprinkle with powdered sugar.
Ingredients (9)
- Cream Cheese
- Butter
- Sugar
- Eggs
- Cinnamon
- Lemon Zest
- Unbleached Flour
- Salt
- Powdered Sugar
Instructions (10 steps)
- 1 Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F
- 2 In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese, 1 tablespoon of butter, and the sugar
- 3 Do not overbeat
- 4 Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition
- 5 Add the cinnamon, lemon zest, flour, and salt
- 6 Mix well
- 7 Grease the pan with the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, using your fingers to spread it completely
- 8 Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and bake for 12 minutes at 400 degrees, then reduce the temperature to 350 degrees and bake for another 25 to 30 minutes
- 9 A knife inserted should come out clean
- 10 Let the cake cool to room temperature, then dust with powdered sugar
Nutritional Information
Calories:
328 kcal
Protein:
8%
Carbohydrates:
11%
Fat:
30%
Sugar:
125%
Sodium:
12%
Percent Daily Value for nutrients; calories are shown in kcal.