Description
Rich & creamy Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake with layers of cinnamon crumble and cream cheese icing. A perfect dessert for any occasion!
Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 4 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 5 tablespoons butter, melted
For the Cinnamon Crumble:
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 6 tablespoons flour
- 6 tablespoons butter, melted
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 4 (8 oz) packs of cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 5 eggs, at room temperature
- ¾ cup heavy whipping cream
For the Cream Cheese Topping:
- 1 tablespoon butter, softened
- 1 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¾ cup powdered sugar
- 1 ½ tablespoons heavy whipping cream
Equipment:
- 9-inch springform pan
- Stand mixer or hand mixer
- Food processor (for graham cracker crust)
- Mixing bowls
- Spatula
- Piping bag (or sandwich bag with a small hole)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Crust
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9-inch springform pan with non-stick spray and set aside.
- In a food processor, pulse graham crackers into fine crumbs.
- In a medium bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter until well combined.
- Press the mixture into the bottom and slightly up the sides of the springform pan.
- Bake for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and let cool.
Step 2: Make the Cinnamon Crumble
- In a medium bowl, whisk together brown sugar, cinnamon, and flour.
- Pour in melted butter and mix with a fork until the mixture forms coarse crumbs. Set aside.
Step 3: Prepare the Cheesecake Filling
- In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese on medium speed until smooth and creamy (about 2 minutes).
- Add sugar and flour, and mix until combined (1 minute).
- While mixing on low speed, add vanilla extract and eggs one at a time, making sure each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next.
- Once eggs are mixed in, increase speed to medium-high and beat for 5 minutes.
- Add heavy whipping cream and mix for another 1-2 minutes until smooth.
Step 4: Assemble the Cheesecake
- Pour ⅓ of the cheesecake filling over the crust.
- Sprinkle ⅓ of the cinnamon crumble evenly over the filling.
- Repeat this process two more times, layering the cheesecake batter and cinnamon crumble until all ingredients are used.
- Finish by sprinkling the remaining crumble on top.
Step 5: Bake the Cheesecake
- Place the cheesecake in the center of the oven and bake at 350°F for 15 minutes.
- Reduce the oven temperature to 200°F (95°C) and continue baking for 1 hour and 30 minutes.
- Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake sit inside without opening the door for 30 minutes.
- Crack the oven door open slightly and let the cheesecake sit for another 5 minutes before removing.
- Transfer the cheesecake to a cooling rack and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight.
Step 6: Make the Cream Cheese Topping
- In a small bowl, beat together butter, cream cheese, vanilla extract, powdered sugar, and heavy cream until smooth.
- Transfer to a piping bag (or a sandwich bag with the tip cut off) for easy drizzling.
Step 7: Serve & Enjoy!
- Once the cheesecake has fully chilled, drizzle the cream cheese topping over the top.
- Slice, serve, and enjoy this decadent cinnamon roll cheesecake!
Notes
- For the smoothest cheesecake, make sure all ingredients are at room temperature before mixing.
- Baking at a lower temperature (after the initial high heat) ensures a crack-free cheesecake.
- Use a springform pan for easy removal—no need to invert the cheesecake!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake, Cinnamon Cheesecake, Cream Cheese Cheesecake, Holiday Dessert, Best Cheesecake Recipe