This San Sebastian Cheesecake with Chocolate Sauce is a creamy and indulgent dessert that is sure to impress. The cheesecake has a rich and velvety texture, with a slightly burnt caramelized top. The addition of the homemade chocolate sauce takes it to another level of deliciousness.
If you’ve never had San Sebastian cheesecake, you’re in for a delicious surprise. Known for its beautifully burnt top and silky, custard-like interior, this cheesecake stands out from the classic New York style. No crust, no water bath, just pure, creamy indulgence baked at a high temperature to achieve its signature look and texture.
Now imagine that already luscious dessert topped with a rich, glossy chocolate sauce. That’s exactly what this recipe brings to the table. The deep notes from the caramelized edges of the cheesecake meet the smooth, bittersweet flavor of chocolate, creating a dessert that’s elegant and irresistible.
The base of the cheesecake is made with simple ingredients: cream cheese, eggs, sugar, heavy cream, and a touch of flour to help it hold its shape. Everything is mixed together until velvety smooth and poured into a parchment-lined springform pan. The high oven temperature is key, it gives the cheesecake its iconic dark top while keeping the inside soft and creamy.
Once baked, let the cheesecake cool and set completely. It’s even better after chilling in the fridge for a few hours or overnight. The center firms up slightly but stays wonderfully tender.
To make the chocolate sauce, gently melt dark or semi-sweet chocolate with a splash of cream and a bit of butter for sheen. The result is a rich, pourable sauce that you can drizzle over each slice or serve on the side for dipping.
This San Sebastian cheesecake with chocolate sauce is perfect for special occasions or whenever you want to treat yourself to something a little luxurious. It’s surprisingly easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. Whether you’re serving it after dinner or with a cup of coffee in the afternoon, one bite is all it takes to understand why this Basque dessert has become a modern favorite, especially with that chocolate twist.
Ingredients
- 500 g cream cheese
- 100 g sugar
- 4 eggs
- 200 ml double cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp flour
- Chocolate Sauce
- 100 g dark chocolate chopped
- 100 ml double cream
- 2 tbsp honey
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (390°F).
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the double cream, vanilla extract, and flour.
- Pour the batter into a greased 9-inch round cake pan.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes until the edges are set and the center is still slightly wobbly.
- Remove from the oven and let the cheesecake cool completely in the pan.
- Prepare the chocolate sauce by placing the chopped dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl.
- In a small saucepan, heat the double cream and honey until just simmering. Pour the hot cream over the chocolate and let it sit for a few minutes. Stir until smooth and well combined.
- Serve the cheesecake with the chocolate sauce drizzled on top.
- Enjoy!
Wow, this recipe is fire!! But I ended up eating half of it before sharing… oops.
It’s okay I guess… kind of tastes like regular cheesecake. I expected more from the hype.
Cheesecake without biscuit base? Why? That’s like a cake without flour! It feels wrong.
This ain’t cheesecake, more like pudding if you ask me. Thumbs down!
Isn’t cheesecake supposed to be baked longer? Mine didn’t set well.
Why is there flour in cheesecake? Isn’t it supposed to be more custardy? I’m kinda skeptical about this. 🤔
I think the flour helps with the texture! It gives it a little structure, which is nice. Don’t be too skeptical, this cheesecake is divine! 😋
Easy to follow recipe! My family loved it, even my picky son!
I followed the recipe exactly but mine turned out too runny. What did I do wrong? Anyone had that issue?
Sounds like you might have overmixed it or not cooked it long enough. I had a similar issue before, just try baking a bit more next time!
maybe it was too much cream? I dunno, but mine turned out fine! more cake is always better!
Looks amazing! Can I use a different type of cheese? My fridge only has cottage cheese.
I followed the instructions, but my cheesecake came out too runny. Maybe I baked it too long? Not impressed. 😕
I think you might have mixed it too much or needed more flour? Cheesecake can be tricky. My first try was also a disaster lol.
Don’t worry, it happens! Maybe the oven temperature was off? I usually check with a toothpick. Everyone’s oven is different!
I don’t like double cream, so I just used whipped cream instead, and it still worked! Still tasty ⭐⭐⭐⭐
How many slices does this make? I’m hosting a party! 😅
Super easy to make! I didn’t have honey so I used sugar in the chocolate sauce. Still tasted good!
Glad you enjoyed it! Sugar works great too. I’ve tried it with maple syrup once, and it was awesome!
Wasn’t as easy as it said, took me 3 tries to get it right. The chocolate sauce is awesome tho!
This cheesecake was to die for! Super creamy and delicious. The chocolate sauce took it over the top!
I ain’t the best cook, but this was really simple! Thanks for this recipe!
I made it but it turned out too runny. What happened? 😩
So good! But I think less honey in the sauce would be better.
Less honey? Nah, I think it adds a nice touch! But everyone has their taste. Just do what you like. 🍯
I can totally understand that! The honey does add sweetness, but you might prefer it less sticky. Maybe try maple syrup next time.
Wow, this cheesecake looks amazing! Can’t wait to try it!!
A++ would eat again. Just perfect! 😋
Delicious! Used a mix of dark and milk chocolate for the sauce. Really good hit at my gathering! 🍫
This cheesecake is to die for! So creamy and rich. The chocolate sauce just takes it over the top! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
I don’t know, it looks a bit too rich for my taste. Can you really trust a recipe with that much cream? 🤔
Totally agree! This cheesecake is the best I’ve ever made! Love the chocolate sauce 😍
This recipe is a trap! Too much cream and not enough cheese, it doesn’t taste like cheesecake at all! 👎
Yummm! Had to make this for my birthday and everyone loved it. Definitely a keeper! 🎉