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Decadent Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 55 minutes
  • Total Time: 5 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Decadent Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake is a luscious blend of creamy cheesecake layered with swirls of cinnamon and brown sugar, baked on a buttery graham cracker crust. Perfect for fans of cinnamon rolls and rich, indulgent desserts, this recipe offers a marbled cinnamon-sugar swirl and a smooth, creamy texture, finished with a delicate drizzle of a heavy cream and cornstarch topping. Ideal for special occasions or a comforting treat.

Ingredients

Scale

Crust

  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

Cheesecake Batter

  • 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup sour cream

Cinnamon Swirl

  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon

Topping

  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) to prepare for baking the cheesecake.
  2. Prepare Crust: In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs with the melted butter until the mixture is well mixed. Press this crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form an even crust layer. Set aside.
  3. Mix Cream Cheese: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese together with the granulated sugar until the mixture is smooth and creamy without any lumps.
  4. Add Eggs and Flavor: Add the eggs one at a time to the cream cheese mixture, beating well after each addition to incorporate fully. Then, stir in the vanilla extract and sour cream until the batter is smooth and uniform.
  5. Prepare Cinnamon Sugar: In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar and ground cinnamon thoroughly.
  6. Layer Batter and Cinnamon Sugar: Pour half of the cheesecake batter over the prepared crust in the springform pan. Evenly sprinkle half of the cinnamon-sugar mixture on top of this batter layer. Repeat the process by adding the remaining batter and then the rest of the cinnamon-sugar mixture on top.
  7. Create Marbled Effect: Using a knife or a skewer, gently swirl the cinnamon sugar into the cheesecake batter to create a beautiful marbled pattern throughout the cheesecake.
  8. Prepare and Add Topping: In a small bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, cornstarch, and salt until smooth. Drizzle this mixture evenly over the top of the cheesecake batter.
  9. Bake: Place the springform pan in the preheated oven and bake for 50 to 60 minutes. The edges should be set, and the center should still have a slight jiggle when gently shaken.
  10. Cool in Oven: Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside with the door slightly open. Let it cool gradually for 1 hour to prevent cracking.
  11. Refrigerate: After cooling, remove the cheesecake from the oven. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, allowing it to fully set and flavors to meld before serving.

Notes

  • Ensure all dairy ingredients like cream cheese and sour cream are at room temperature for the best mixing results.
  • Use a water bath if desired to prevent cracking, though the slow cooling step helps mitigate this as well.
  • The cheesecake can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or frozen for up to 1 month.
  • For an extra touch, dust with powdered sugar or add a drizzle of cream cheese frosting before serving.

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