Description
Creamy cinnamon roll cheesecake blends classic dessert magic with irresistible bakery charm. Rich layers of sweet cinnamon swirl and silky cheesecake promise indulgent comfort that melts deliciously on your palate.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups (200 g) graham cracker crumbs
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
Wet/Fat Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter, melted
Topping/Binding Ingredients:
(none from the provided list)
Instructions
- Create a graham cracker foundation by blending crumbs with melted butter and sugar, pressing firmly into a springform pan. Bake briefly to set the base and allow cooling.
- Whip cream cheese and sugar until silky, gradually incorporating eggs to maintain a smooth texture. Introduce sour cream and vanilla, mixing until the filling achieves a luxurious consistency.
- Craft a decadent cinnamon mixture by whisking brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and melted butter into a rich, aromatic paste.
- Layer the cheesecake by pouring half the filling over the cooled crust, then artfully drizzle and swirl half the cinnamon mixture using a knife. Repeat the process with remaining filling and cinnamon for a marbled effect.
- Place the springform pan on a baking sheet and bake at a moderate temperature. The cheesecake should develop set edges while maintaining a slight jiggle in the center.
- Execute a strategic cooling technique by turning off the oven, leaving the door slightly ajar, allowing the cheesecake to gradually reduce temperature and prevent unsightly cracks.
- Transfer the cheesecake to the refrigerator, allowing it to chill and solidify for several hours or overnight, which enhances its texture and flavor profile.
- Prepare a luxurious cream cheese icing by blending cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually incorporate powdered sugar and vanilla, adjusting consistency with milk to achieve a pourable consistency.
- Finalize the dessert by generously draping the cream cheese icing over the chilled cheesecake, creating an elegant presentation ready for serving.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients to ensure smooth, lump-free cheesecake batter that blends perfectly.
- Avoid overmixing the cheesecake filling to prevent incorporating too much air, which can cause cracking during baking.
- Create a water bath by placing the springform pan in a larger pan with hot water to ensure even, gentle baking and prevent surface cracks.
- Swap graham cracker crust with gluten-free cookie crumbs or almond flour for a gluten-free version of this decadent dessert.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 257
- Sugar: 2.5 g
- Sodium: 158 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2.5 g
- Cholesterol: 31 mg