Description
Indulgent cinnamon roll cheesecake merges classic bakery comfort with rich, creamy dessert magic. Smooth cream cheese layers swirl with sweet cinnamon ribbons, creating a delectable experience you won’t forget.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 32 ounces (907 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) heavy cream
- 1/2 cup (120 grams) sour cream
Crust Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups (180 grams) graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup (55 grams) brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 6 tablespoons (85 grams) butter, melted
Swirl and Topping Ingredients:
- 1 cup (220 grams) brown sugar for swirl
- 1/3 cup (39 grams) all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1/3 cup (76 grams) butter, melted for swirl
- 1/4 cup (50 grams) granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 6 tablespoons (85 grams) cream cheese for frosting
- 1 cup (125 grams) powdered sugar
Instructions
- Craft a graham cracker foundation by blending crumbs with sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter. Press firmly into a springform pan, then bake at 325F for 10 minutes to create a crisp base.
- Prepare a rich swirl mixture by whisking brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, and melted butter until smooth and well-combined.
- Create the creamy cheesecake filling by beating cream cheese until silky. Gradually incorporate granulated and brown sugars, followed by sour cream. Add eggs individually, mixing thoroughly after each addition. Blend in vanilla and salt until perfectly integrated.
- Construct the dessert by gently pouring cheesecake batter into the pre-baked crust. Artfully drizzle the cinnamon swirl mixture across the surface, using a knife to create elegant marbled patterns.
- Carefully place the pan in a water bath and bake at 325F for 60-75 minutes. The cheesecake is ready when edges appear set but the center remains slightly wobbly.
- Remove from oven, leaving the cheesecake inside with door closed for one additional hour. Transfer to refrigerator and chill for 6 hours to set completely.
- Whip up a luxurious topping by beating cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla. Gently fold in whipped cream for a light texture. Pipe decorative swirls across the surface and dust with a delicate sprinkle of ground cinnamon.
Notes
- Achieve Perfect Crust by ensuring graham crumbs are evenly mixed and firmly pressed to create a solid, uniform base that won’t crumble when serving.
- Create Smooth Swirl Patterns by gently drizzling brown sugar mixture using a toothpick or knife, creating beautiful marble-like design without overmixing.
- Prevent Cheesecake Cracking by using room temperature ingredients, avoiding overmixing, and baking in water bath which provides gentle, even heat distribution.
- Customize Diet Options by substituting graham crumbs with gluten-free alternatives, using low-fat cream cheese, or replacing sugar with natural sweeteners for healthier version.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 95mg