Description
Indulgent cinnamon roll cheesecake blends classic comfort with creamy richness, creating a dessert that marries bakery nostalgia and cheesecake elegance. Rich layers of sweet cinnamon swirl and smooth cream cheese promise a delightful escape for dessert enthusiasts seeking pure culinary bliss.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheesecake Base:
- 3 (8 ounces / 226 grams) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (200 grams) granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Crust:
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup (113 grams) unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup (50 grams) granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Cinnamon Swirl and Topping:
- 1/4 cup (50 grams) brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 4 ounces (113 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup (120 grams) powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1–2 tablespoons milk
Instructions
- Prepare the oven at 325°F and generously coat a springform pan with butter to prevent sticking.
- Combine graham cracker crumbs with melted butter, pressing the mixture firmly into the bottom of the pan to create a solid, compact base.
- Using an electric mixer, whip cream cheese and sugar until achieving a silky, lump-free consistency, then gently incorporate eggs, sour cream, and vanilla extract, blending until smooth and uniform.
- Create a fragrant cinnamon-brown sugar mixture in a separate bowl, designed to infuse the cheesecake with warm, sweet undertones.
- Carefully drizzle and gently swirl the cinnamon-brown sugar blend throughout the cheesecake filling, creating beautiful marbled patterns.
- Delicately pour the prepared filling over the graham cracker crust, ensuring even distribution.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, watching for a slightly firm center with a subtle jiggle when gently shaken.
- Remove from oven and allow the cheesecake to cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours to set and develop rich flavors.
- Before serving, drizzle with a decadent cinnamon glaze, adding a final touch of sweetness and visual appeal.
Notes
- Prevent cracking by using room temperature ingredients and avoiding overmixing the cheesecake batter.
- Create a water bath by placing the springform pan in a larger pan filled with hot water to ensure even baking and moisture.
- Achieve perfect swirls by gently dragging a knife through the cinnamon-sugar mixture in a zigzag pattern for a beautiful marbled effect.
- Modify for gluten-free diets by substituting graham cracker crumbs with gluten-free cookie crumbs or almond flour.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 410 kcal
- Sugar: 26 g
- Sodium: 170 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 19 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg