Cheesecake is one of the most popular desserts in the world, and it's especially beloved in Barcelona. But not all cheesecakes are created equal: they fall into two main styles: American (New York) and Spanish (Basque). In this article, we'll explore the differences and show you the varieties we offer at our bakery.

New York Style: An American classic with a cookie base

New York cheesecake is a thick, creamy dessert invented in the United States in the early 20th century. Its distinctive feature is a base of crushed cookies (like Digestive or graham crackers) mixed with butter and sugar. This is pressed into the bottom of the pan and sometimes up the sides. A cheese mixture is poured on top and baked slowly—almost two hours at a low temperature (150–160°C), often in a water bath to prevent cracking. The result is a dense, creamy center and a contrasting base.

We make 6 types of New York cheesecakes (each with its own distinct flavor):

• Berry - with a vanilla base and fresh berries
• Snickers — with salted caramel and peanuts
• Dubai - with kataifi, pistachio paste and white chocolate
• Strawberry - with strawberries and coconut
• Passion Fruit – Dark Chocolate – Double Layer (chocolate on bottom, passion fruit on top)
• Blueberry Milk Chocolate - with blueberries, blackberries and milk chocolate

Prices start at €4 per serving. Perfect for gifts, corporate events, or just for yourself—they look beautiful.

Basque (Spanish) style: no base, with a caramel crust

Basque cheesecake (tarta de queso quemada) originates from San Sebastian. Its distinctive feature is the absence of a cookie base and the baking at a high temperature (30–40 minutes at 220–250°C). This results in a charred (caramelized) crust on the outside and a creamy, almost liquid center inside. The flavor is creamy with a hint of caramel from the crust.

We have 3 types of Basque cheesecakes (from €4 per serving):

• Classic - pure vanilla flavor
• Classic Almond - with almonds added for a nutty note
• Strawberry Mascarpone - with mascarpone for extra creaminess and fresh strawberries on top

Basque cheesecakes are optionally gluten-free (as long as the ingredients are free of contamination), light, and very popular among those who want a dessert without a heavy base.

In our unique pastry shop in Barcelona 

• All cheesecakes are baked by hand daily.
• Natural ingredients (Philadelphia or San Millan cheese, fresh berries, real chocolate)
• Sizes from 16 cm (8 servings) to 22 cm (15 servings)
• Prices from €4 per serving – affordable and delicious
• Conveniently located in Barcelona - Praha Street, 40
• Pickup or delivery within the city

Want a classic berry cheesecake, a trendy Dubai cheesecake, or a delicate Basque cheesecake? Come in or message us on WhatsApp / Instagram @tulipaneta – we'll find the perfect cheesecake just for you!