Mini Cinnamon Roll Cheesecakes
A heavenly fusion of creamy vanilla cheesecake, cinnamon swirl topping, and a buttery graham crust — these mini cheesecakes are as charming as they are indulgent, each one crowned with a perfect cinnamon roll spiral.
- Author: Djihane
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 42 minutes
- Yield: 12 mini cheesecakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or use a silicone mini cheesecake mold.
- In a small bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar, and melted butter. Press about 1 tablespoon into the bottom of each cavity. Bake for 5 minutes and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar and blend until fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, followed by sour cream and vanilla. Mix until combined.
- Pour cheesecake batter evenly over crusts, filling 3/4 full.
- In another bowl, mix melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Spoon small spirals over each cheesecake and swirl with a toothpick or piping bag to create a cinnamon roll pattern.
- Bake for 18–22 minutes until centers are just set. Let cool completely, then chill for at least 2 hours.
- Optional: Dust tops with additional cinnamon sugar before serving.
Notes
- Ensure cream cheese is fully softened for smooth texture.
- Do not overbake; cheesecakes should jiggle slightly in the center when done.
- Chilling thoroughly enhances flavor and texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini cheesecake
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
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