Description
Indulgent cinnamon roll cheesecake blends classic pastry charm with creamy dessert magic. Layers of sweet cinnamon swirl and rich cream cheese create a divine fusion that invites pure dessert bliss.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 32 ounces (907 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 4 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
Cheesecake Base Ingredients:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup sour cream, at room temperature
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup light brown sugar, packed
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
Spice and Topping Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 4 ounces (113 grams) cream cheese, softened
- ½ tablespoons milk (as needed for consistency)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Craft a buttery, spiced foundation by pulverizing graham crackers with sugar and cinnamon, then binding with melted butter. Press the mixture firmly into a foil-wrapped springform pan, creating a compact base. Toast in the oven at 325F for 10 minutes to enhance flavor and stability.
- Concoct a rich cinnamon drizzle by whisking melted butter with brown sugar and ground cinnamon until smooth and glossy. Reserve this aromatic mixture for layering.
- Transform cream cheese into a silky canvas by beating until luxuriously creamy. Integrate granulated sugar, then gently fold in sour cream and vanilla. Introduce eggs individually, blending minimally to maintain a delicate texture.
- Orchestrate the cheesecake’s architecture by carefully pouring half the cream cheese mixture over the golden crust. Cascade half the cinnamon elixir across the surface, then artfully swirl with a knife to create mesmerizing marble patterns. Repeat the layering technique with remaining ingredients.
- Envelop the cheesecake in a steamy water bath, submerging the pan halfway in hot water. Bake for approximately one hour until the center maintains a subtle tremor. Allow the dessert to gradually cool inside the oven with the door slightly ajar, preventing sudden temperature shifts.
- Whip up a luxurious cream cheese frosting by blending softened cream cheese with butter until cloudlike. Gradually incorporate powdered sugar and vanilla, adjusting consistency with milk if necessary.
- Liberate the cheesecake from its pan, adorning the surface with decadent frosting. Slice and present this magnificent dessert thoroughly chilled, revealing intricate swirls and inviting layers.
Notes
- Achieving the perfect crust requires pressing firmly and evenly to create a solid base that won’t crumble when serving.
- Control water bath temperature by using hot water to prevent temperature shock and ensure even baking for a smooth, crack-free cheesecake.
- Room temperature ingredients are crucial for creating a silky, lump-free cheesecake filling that blends seamlessly.
- Reduce sugar content by substituting with natural sweeteners or using less for a less sweet version that highlights the cinnamon flavor.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 415
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 44 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg