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Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cheesecake

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Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cheesecake is a fun and flavorful dessert that blends creamy cheesecake with the nostalgic cinnamon-sugar crunch of the beloved cereal. Featuring a crisp cereal crust, cinnamon-swirled filling, and crunchy topping, it’s a must-try for cinnamon lovers.

  • Author: Ella
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour
  • Total Time: 6 hours (including chilling)
  • Yield: 10 to 12 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 2 cups Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal, crushed
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 24 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar (optional, for swirl)
  • Whipped cream (optional, for topping)
  • Extra Cinnamon Toast Crunch pieces (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C) and grease a springform pan.
  2. Combine crushed cereal and melted butter. Press into the pan and bake for 10 minutes. Let cool.
  3. Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add granulated sugar, sour cream, vanilla, and cinnamon. Mix well.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, beating gently after each addition.
  5. Pour the filling over the cooled crust. Swirl in a mix of cinnamon and brown sugar, if using.
  6. Bake for 55–65 minutes, until edges are set and center slightly jiggles.
  7. Turn off oven and cool cheesecake inside with door ajar for 1 hour.
  8. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  9. Top with whipped cream and extra cereal before serving.

Notes

  • Swap sour cream for Greek yogurt for a tangy flavor.
  • Add crushed cereal to the filling for extra texture.
  • A pinch of sea salt in the crust adds balance.
  • Drizzle with caramel or dust with powdered sugar for extra flair.
  • Add fresh cereal topping just before serving to maintain crunch.

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