Description
Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake is an indulgent dessert that perfectly marries the creamy richness of cheesecake with the warm, comforting flavors of cinnamon rolls. Imagine a slice showcasing luscious layers of cream cheese filling and swirls of cinnamon, baked to golden perfection. This show-stopper will captivate your guests at any gathering, making it a must-try for brunches or family celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 can (16 oz) cinnamon roll dough
- 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and eggs until smooth.
- In another bowl, combine melted butter, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon into a paste.
- Roll out cinnamon dough into a rectangle; spread half of the cream cheese mixture on top and drizzle with half of the cinnamon mixture.
- Roll tightly and cut into 1-inch pieces. Arrange in the prepared pan.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown. Allow cooling before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For a lighter texture, substitute ricotta cheese for cream cheese. Consider adding chopped nuts for extra crunch or experimenting with flavored extracts like almond for a unique twist.