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Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake


  • Author: Luna
  • Total Time: 6.5 hours
  • Yield: 10-12 slices 1x

Ingredients

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For the Crust:

  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

For the Cheesecake Filling:

  • 2 (8-ounce) blocks cream cheese, softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

For the Cinnamon Swirl:

  • ⅓ cup light brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

For the Cream Cheese Glaze:

  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons milk (or more as needed for consistency)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Crust

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper for easy removal.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter. Stir until the mixture resembles wet sand.
  3. Press the crust mixture firmly into the bottom of the springform pan, ensuring an even layer. Use the back of a spoon or the bottom of a glass to compact it.
  4. Bake for 8-10 minutes, then set aside to cool while you prepare the filling.

Step 2: Make the Cinnamon Swirl

  1. In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter. Stir until combined and set aside.

Step 3: Prepare the Cheesecake Filling

  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar together until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes.
  2. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating on low speed until just incorporated. Avoid overmixing, as too much air can cause cracks in the cheesecake.
  3. Stir in the vanilla extract, sour cream, and flour, mixing until just combined. The batter should be smooth and velvety.

Step 4: Assemble the Cheesecake

  1. Pour half of the cheesecake batter over the cooled crust.
  2. Drizzle half of the cinnamon swirl mixture over the batter. Use a toothpick or knife to gently swirl it in.
  3. Pour the remaining cheesecake batter on top, then drizzle the rest of the cinnamon swirl mixture over the surface. Swirl again for a marbled effect.

Step 5: Bake the Cheesecake

  1. Place the cheesecake in the oven and bake for 50-55 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center still has a slight jiggle.
  2. Turn off the oven, crack the door open slightly, and let the cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour. This helps prevent cracking.
  3. Once cooled, transfer the cheesecake to the refrigerator and chill for at least 4-6 hours, preferably overnight.

Step 6: Make the Cream Cheese Glaze

  1. In a small bowl, beat together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth. Add more milk as needed to achieve a pourable consistency.

Step 7: Serve and Enjoy!

  1. Once the cheesecake has chilled, remove it from the springform pan.
  2. Drizzle the cream cheese glaze over the top and serve chilled. Enjoy your rich, decadent Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake!
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Chill Time: 4-6 hours (or overnight)
  • Cook Time: 55 minutes

Nutrition

  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 30g
  • Fat: 26g
  • Carbohydrates: 42g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 6g