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Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake

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This Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake is a decadent fusion of two beloved treats—gooey cinnamon rolls and creamy cheesecake—complete with a cinnamon sugar swirl and a drizzle of icing for the ultimate dessert experience.

  • Author: Ella
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Total Time: 5 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 10–12 slices
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • For the crust:
  • 1 can (8-count) refrigerated cinnamon rolls with icing
  • Cooking spray
  • For the cinnamon swirl filling:
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • For the cheesecake:
  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Optional topping:
  • Reserved cinnamon roll icing
  • Whipped cream (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F and grease a 9-inch springform pan with cooking spray.
  2. Press the cinnamon rolls into the bottom of the pan, flattening and sealing edges to form a crust. Pre-bake for 8 minutes and let cool slightly.
  3. In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, cinnamon, flour, and melted butter to make the cinnamon swirl filling.
  4. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in sour cream and vanilla extract until just combined.
  5. Pour half the cheesecake batter over the crust. Drop spoonfuls of the cinnamon swirl mixture over the top and swirl with a knife. Repeat with remaining batter and cinnamon mixture, swirling again.
  6. Bake for 45–50 minutes until center is set but slightly jiggly.
  7. Cool to room temperature, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  8. Before serving, drizzle reserved cinnamon roll icing over the top. Optionally, add whipped cream on the side.

Notes

  • Mix chopped pecans into the cinnamon swirl for a nutty variation.
  • Substitute with a graham cracker crust if short on time.
  • Add maple extract to the glaze for a cozy flavor twist.
  • Microwave individual slices for 10–15 seconds for a warm bite.
  • Use homemade cinnamon rolls if preferred, partially baked like canned version.

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