Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake – Creamy, Swirled & Irresistibly Cozy
This cinnamon roll cheesecake blends a buttery graham crust, rich cream cheese filling, and sweet cinnamon swirl for a dreamy dessert. Finished with vanilla glaze, it’s perfect for holidays or cozy weekends.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55–65 minutes
- Total Time: ~6 hours (including chill time)
- Yield: 12 slices
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Crust:
1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
¼ cup granulated sugar
6 tbsp melted butter
Cheesecake Filling:
24 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
3 large eggs
1 cup sour cream
1 tsp vanilla extract
Cinnamon Swirl:
½ cup brown sugar
2 tsp cinnamon
3 tbsp melted butter
Glaze:
½ cup powdered sugar
1–2 tbsp milk
½ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Line the bottom of a springform pan with parchment paper and grease the sides.
Make the crust: Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press firmly into the bottom of the pan and set aside.
Prepare cheesecake filling: Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Blend in sour cream and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
Mix cinnamon swirl: Combine brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter in a small bowl.
Layer and swirl: Pour half of the cheesecake batter over the crust. Drizzle half of the cinnamon swirl mixture on top. Add remaining cheesecake batter, then the rest of the swirl. Use a knife or skewer to gently swirl the cinnamon layer.
Bake for 55–65 minutes, or until the center is mostly set with a slight jiggle.
Cool at room temperature, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Make glaze: Whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Drizzle over chilled cheesecake before serving.
Notes
Use room-temperature ingredients for the smoothest texture.
Do not overbake—cheesecake should have a slight wobble in the center when done.
Refrigerating overnight enhances flavor and texture.
Garnish with extra cinnamon or whipped cream if desired.
