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
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper for easy removal.
- In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter. Stir until the mixture resembles wet sand.
- 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.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, then set aside to cool while you prepare the filling.
Step 2: Make the Cinnamon Swirl
- 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
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar together until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes.
- 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.
- 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
- Pour half of the cheesecake batter over the cooled crust.
- Drizzle half of the cinnamon swirl mixture over the batter. Use a toothpick or knife to gently swirl it in.
- 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
- 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.
- Turn off the oven, crack the door open slightly, and let the cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour. This helps prevent cracking.
- 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
- 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!
- Once the cheesecake has chilled, remove it from the springform pan.
- 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