Oven-baked cheesecake with mascarpone and strawberries

Spanish Baked Cheesecake with Strawberries – Optionally Gluten-Free

Traditional Spanish baked cheesecake made without cookie base or flour — optionally gluten-free, as it's made from gluten-free products (check labels for possible contamination). Very creamy, soft, with a texture that melts in your mouth, like an elevated flan de queso. Baked slowly at low temperature for a perfectly smooth surface without cracks and clean balanced flavor. Topped with a generous layer of fresh strawberries (or light strawberry coulis) for brightness, freshness, and natural tang.

Main ingredients

• Philadelphia-type cheese (or natural cream cheese)
• Eggs
• Whipping cream (minimum 35% fat)
• Sugar
• Cornstarch (maicena)
• Natural vanilla extract
• Fresh strawberries (for decoration and/or top coulis)

Features

• No cookie base or crumbs → optionally gluten-free (from gluten-free products, but check for possible contamination)
• Slow-baked in the oven at low temperature (water bath recommended)
• Ultra-creamy texture, almost like flan but denser and more elegant
• No flour, no cookies, no crumbs — just cheese, eggs, cream, and sugar
• Top decoration with whole fresh strawberries or coulis — very fresh and summery look

For whom Ideal for people preferring gluten-free desserts (optionally), those wanting a light dessert without heavy base, or simply lovers of pure cheese taste. Very popular in families, as a simple birthday dessert, elegant gift, or dinner finale. Looks gentle and appetizing — appeals to both men and women.

How to serve Chilled, straight from the fridge. Cut with a hot knife for clean slices. Can be served plain (strawberries already provide contrast) or with extra strawberry coulis or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Pairs perfectly with black coffee, black tea, or cava.

Servings

• Diameter 16 cm — 8 servings
• Diameter 18 cm — 10 servings
• Diameter 20 cm — 12 servings
• Diameter 22 cm — 15 servings

Approximate nutritional value (per 100 g):

• Calories: ~320 kcal
• Protein: ~7.2 g
• Fat: ~22.5 g
• Carbohydrates: ~20.8 g

Units per box: 1