Abi's Signature Cheesecake

How To Make Abi’s Signature Cheesecake

1. Prep: Preheat your oven to 240°C (or 220°C for fan-forced) for at least 30 minutes. Line a 15cm–20cm cake tin (or springform pan) with two large, overlapping sheets of crinkled parchment paper, making sure the paper extends at least 5cm above the rim.
2. Mix: Beat the softened cream cheese and sugar together until completely smooth and no lumps remain.
3. Add Eggs: Add the eggs one at a time, incorporating each fully before adding the next.
4. Combine: Pour in the cream, vanilla extract, and salt, mixing until just combined.
5. Bake: Pour the batter into the lined pan and gently tap it on the counter a few times to release air bubbles. Bake for 30 minutes. The top should be a deep, dark caramel (almost burnt), while the center still has a very noticeable jiggle. [1, 2]
6. Cool & Chill: Remove from the oven and let the cheesecake cool completely in the tin.