How to Make Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake
Making this dessert involves a few steps, but trust me, it’s so worth it! Follow these directions to bake your way to dessert bliss.
Step 1: Prepare the Crust
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan and wrap the outside with foil to prevent water from leaking in during the baking process.
- In a bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until the crumbs are evenly coated.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan and up the sides a little. Bake for 8 minutes, then let it cool while you prepare the filling.
Step 2: Make the Cheesecake Filling
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar together until smooth and creamy.
- Mix in the sour cream and vanilla extract.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing just until combined after each addition to avoid overmixing.
Step 3: Create the Cinnamon Swirl
- In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter until it forms a thick, paste-like consistency.
- Pour half of the cheesecake filling onto the prepared crust, then drizzle half of the cinnamon mixture on top. Use a toothpick or skewer to swirl the cinnamon into the cheesecake filling.
- Repeat with the remaining cheesecake filling and cinnamon mixture, swirling the top layer for a beautiful design.
