Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake Fusion (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ For the Crust

01 - 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
02 - ¼ cup sugar
03 - ½ cup melted butter

→ For the Cinnamon Roll Layer

04 - ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
05 - ½ cup brown sugar
06 - 1 tbsp ground cinnamon

→ For the Cheesecake Filling

07 - 24 oz cream cheese, softened
08 - 1 cup sugar
09 - 3 large eggs
10 - 1 tbsp vanilla extract
11 - 1 cup sour cream

→ For the Cinnamon Swirl

12 - ¼ cup brown sugar
13 - 1 tsp ground cinnamon

→ For the Cream Cheese Frosting

14 - 4 oz cream cheese, softened
15 - ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
16 - 1 cup powdered sugar
17 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
18 - 1-2 tbsp milk (optional, to thin if needed)

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan. In a bowl, mix together graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the pan to form the crust. Bake for 10 minutes, then set aside to cool.
02 - In a separate bowl, combine softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Spread the cinnamon mixture evenly over the cooled crust in the pan.
03 - In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and sour cream until fully incorporated. Pour half of the cheesecake filling over the cinnamon roll layer.
04 - In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar and cinnamon. Sprinkle half of the cinnamon swirl mixture over the cheesecake filling. Add the remaining cheesecake filling on top, followed by the rest of the cinnamon swirl mixture.
05 - Bake at 325°F (163°C) for 55-65 minutes, or until the center is set but slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside with the door slightly cracked for an additional hour. Allow the cheesecake to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
06 - In a bowl, beat together the cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy. Add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk (if needed) until the frosting reaches a spreadable consistency.
07 - Once chilled, spread the cream cheese frosting over the top of the cheesecake. Slice and enjoy!

# Notes:

01 - You can replace sour cream with plain Greek yogurt or crème fraîche for a slightly different flavor.
02 - This cheesecake pairs wonderfully with a cup of coffee, hot chocolate, or vanilla ice cream.
03 - A fresh fruit salad or spiced pecans make great side options to balance the richness.

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