Description
This Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake combines the rich creaminess of a classic cheesecake with the warm, spiced flavors of a cinnamon roll. With a buttery graham cracker crust, swirls of cinnamon sugar, and a luscious cheesecake filling, this dessert is the perfect showstopper for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust:
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
For the Cinnamon Swirl Filling:
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¾ cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 ½ tablespoons cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 24 oz (3 blocks) cream cheese, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
For Garnish (Optional):
- Powdered sugar for dusting
- Cream cheese glaze (optional)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter until evenly combined.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, then set aside to cool.
2. Make the Cinnamon Swirl
- In a small bowl, whisk together melted butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Set aside.
3. Prepare the Cheesecake Filling
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing after each addition.
- Stir in sour cream, vanilla extract, and flour, mixing just until combined.
4. Assemble the Cheesecake
- Pour half of the cheesecake batter over the cooled crust.
- Drizzle half of the cinnamon swirl mixture over the batter and gently swirl with a knife.
- Repeat with the remaining cheesecake batter and cinnamon swirl.
5. Bake the Cheesecake
- Wrap the bottom of the springform pan in aluminum foil. Place it in a larger roasting pan and pour hot water into the roasting pan, about halfway up the cheesecake pan.
- Bake at 325°F (163°C) for 55-65 minutes, until the edges are set but the center slightly jiggles.
- Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour with the door slightly open.
- Remove from the oven and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
6. Serve and Enjoy
- Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with cream cheese glaze before serving.
- Slice and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Chill Time: 4 hours
- Cook Time: 60 minutes