Cheesecake Is Complicated, But This Simple Sour Cream Cake Is The Easiest Treat You'll Make All Year

There's a lot to love about cheesecake. As your fork drops in and you savor each creamy, rich, and smooth bite, you are likely already poised to dip back in for more. As satisfying as cheesecake can be, making it can be a labor of love. Instead of resorting to springform pans and water baths, lean into this supremely easy sour cream cake that gives all the best aspects of cheesecake without the fuss.

Unlike a traditional sour cream cake that reads more like a butter-forward and dense pound cake, this simple number is fluffy and almost bouncy. This cake is just like cheesecake (which straddles the line between pie and cake) in that its filling doesn't contain leavening agents or flour. The resulting delight is a blend of classic cheesecake varieties; it captures the light essence and wobble of a Japanese cheesecake and the distinctive browned top of a Basque cheesecake.

Called the "easiest cake in the world" in this TikTok video, the batter comes together in a snap with eggs, sugar, cornstarch, and vanilla. Then you can add your favorite sour cream to the mixture. All that's left to do is blend with a spoon until creamy, pour in a prepared pan, and bake in a hot oven for an hour.

This beginner-friendly cake channels cheesecake energy and texture, but you can make it without even paying much attention to the recipe. In fact, you might try whipping it up as you are chatting with friends who might be coming over and letting it work its magic in the oven while you eat dinner. It takes a bit of time to cool, so you'll have ample time to visit and linger.

What's more, this indulgent dessert happens to be gluten-free, making it a crowd pleaser even for those with dietary restrictions. Simply serve the cooled cake with a generous dusting of powdered sugar to finish. Or, up the game with sliced fresh fruit, or spoon your favorite fruit compote on top. Fruits that play well with cheesecake, like strawberries or blueberries, are ideal. If you have leftovers, a chilled slice of this cake is also a tempting option. Regardless, you will love the creaminess of this cake, along with the minimal effort required to prepare it.

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The recipe is finally here! 🤍 No flour. No kneading. No separating eggs. Just mix everything together, pour it into a baking dish and bake. The result? An incredibly creamy Sour Cream Cake (or Sour Cream Pudding) with a golden top and a melt-in-your-mouth texture. Recipe 👇 Ingredients • 6 large eggs • 900 g sour cream • 140 g sugar • 75 g cornstarch • 1 tsp vanilla extract (or vanilla sugar) Instructions Whisk together the eggs, sugar, cornstarch and vanilla until smooth. Add the sour cream and mix until creamy. Pour into a baking dish or cake pan. Bake at 180°C (355°F) for about 1 hour, until golden brown and set. Let it cool completely before slicing. Serve chilled or at room temperature. It's delicious on its own or with fresh berries and a dusting of powdered sugar. Would you believe there's no flour in this? 😄 EasyDessert SourCreamCake FlourlessDessert QuickBaking DessertRecipe

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