Description
Cinnamon Swirl Cheesecake is a heavenly dessert that combines creamy cheesecake with the warm, comforting flavors of cinnamon and brown sugar. Each bite features a delightful swirl that adds both visual appeal and an irresistible taste. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in, this cheesecake is sure to impress friends and family alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 16 oz full-fat cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream, full-fat
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- ⅓ cup brown sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and granulated sugar until crumbly. Press into the bottom of a springform pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sour cream and vanilla until well combined.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, avoiding overmixing.
- In a small bowl, combine brown sugar and cinnamon; fold half into the batter.
- Pour batter over crust; bake for 55-60 minutes until edges are set but center jiggles slightly.
- Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside for an hour to cool gradually. Chill overnight before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 120g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added texture, mix in chopped nuts or chocolate chips into the batter. Experiment with other spices like nutmeg or ginger for unique flavor twists.