Ingredients
the Crust:
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
For the Cinnamon Roll Swirl:
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake Batter:
- 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup sour cream
the Cheesecake Frosting:
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons milk (adjust for consistency)
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until combined. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a springform pan. Bake for 8-10 minutes and let cool.
- Make the Cinnamon Roll Swirl:
- In a small bowl, mix the melted butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla extract until smooth. Set aside.
- Prepare the Cheesecake Batter:
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and sour cream until combined.
- Layer the Cheesecake:
- Pour half of the cheesecake batter over the crust. Drizzle half of the cinnamon roll swirl mixture over the batter. Use a knife or skewer to gently swirl the cinnamon mixture into the batter. Repeat with the remaining batter and cinnamon mixture.
- Bake the Cheesecake:
- Place the springform pan on a baking sheet. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until the center is slightly jiggly but set. Turn off the oven, crack the oven door slightly, and let the cheesecake cool for 1 hour.
- Chill the Cheesecake:
- Remove the cheesecake from the oven and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
- Make the Frosting:
- In a small bowl, beat the powdered sugar, cream cheese, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth. Adjust the consistency with more milk if needed.
- Serve:
- Spread or drizzle the frosting over the chilled cheesecake before serving.
Variations Cinnamon Roll Cheesecakeand Substitutions
- Crust: Swap graham cracker crumbs for crushed cinnamon cookies or ginger snaps for extra flavor.
- Swirl: Add a pinch of nutmeg or cardamom to the cinnamon swirl for a spiced twist.
- Cheesecake Batter: Substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt for a tangier flavor.
Notes
- To prevent cracks in the cheesecake, use a water bath during baking by placing the springform pan in a larger pan filled with hot water.
- Always use room-temperature ingredients for a smoother batter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12 of the cheesecake)
- Calories: 430
- Fat: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Protein: 6g
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