Description
This Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake is the ultimate dessert mash-up—creamy vanilla cheesecake swirled with rich cinnamon sugar filling and set on a buttery graham cracker crust. Finished with a light cinnamon cream cheese frosting, it tastes just like a cinnamon roll in cheesecake form. Perfect for holidays, brunches, or whenever you’re craving something indulgent.
Ingredients
Graham Cracker Crust
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1½ cups graham cracker crumbs (or digestive biscuit crumbs)
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¼ cup brown sugar
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½ teaspoon cinnamon
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6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Cinnamon Roll Swirl
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1 cup brown sugar
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⅓ cup all-purpose flour
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1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
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⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted
Cheesecake Batter
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907 grams cream cheese, softened (four 8 oz packages)
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1 cup brown sugar
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¼ cup granulated sugar
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½ cup sour cream
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4 large eggs, room temperature
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1 tablespoon vanilla extract
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½ teaspoon salt
Cream Cheese Frosting
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6 tablespoons cream cheese
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1 cup powdered sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 cup heavy whipping cream
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1–2 teaspoons cinnamon powder (to taste)
Instructions
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Prepare the crust: Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Line the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper and lightly grease the sides.
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In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of the pan. Bake for 10 minutes. Let cool while preparing the filling.
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Make the cinnamon swirl: In a bowl, combine brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, and melted butter until smooth. Set aside.
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Make the cheesecake batter: In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Add brown sugar, granulated sugar, sour cream, vanilla, and salt. Mix until combined.
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Add eggs one at a time, mixing just until incorporated. Do not overmix.
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Pour half the cheesecake batter over the crust. Drop spoonfuls of the cinnamon swirl over the batter and swirl with a knife. Repeat with remaining batter and cinnamon swirl.
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Place the pan in a water bath and bake for 55–65 minutes or until the center is almost set. Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside with the door cracked for 1 hour.
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Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
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Make the frosting: Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream to stiff peaks. Fold whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture. Stir in cinnamon to taste.
- Spread or pipe the frosting over the chilled cheesecake before serving.
Notes
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Always use room temperature ingredients for a smooth batter.
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For a clean cut, warm your knife under hot water before slicing.
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This cheesecake freezes well without frosting for up to 2 months.
- Add extra cinnamon to the frosting for a stronger spice kick.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American