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Cinnamon Swirl Cheesecake Easy Recipe

This cinnamon swirl cheesecake blends creamy layers with a buttery cinnamon filling and graham cracker crust—finished with whipped cream and a dusting of spice.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12
Calories 480 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • For the crust:

    2 cups (240g) graham cracker crumbs

  • 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 6 tablespoons (85g) unsalted butter, melted
  • For the cinnamon swirl:

    1/2 cup (100g) brown sugar

  • 1/4 cup (30g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 3 tablespoons (45g) unsalted butter, melted
  • For the cheesecake filling:

    32 oz (900g) full-fat cream cheese, softened

  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 1 cup (240g) sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 3 large eggs
  • For topping:

    1 cup (240ml) heavy whipping cream

  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (for dusting)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Wrap the bottom of a springform pan with aluminum foil.
  • Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press firmly into the bottom of the pan. Bake for 10 minutes and set aside.
  • In a bowl, combine all cinnamon swirl ingredients and mix with a fork until crumbly.
  • In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth.
  • Add sour cream and vanilla, then beat until combined.
  • Add eggs one at a time, mixing just until blended. Do not overmix.
  • Pour 1/3 of the cheesecake batter into the crust. Sprinkle 1/3 of the cinnamon filling. Repeat twice, ending with cinnamon.
  • Use a knife to gently swirl the cinnamon into the batter.
  • Place the pan in a water bath and bake for 60 minutes, or until the center is slightly jiggly.
  • Turn off the oven, crack the door, and let cheesecake cool for 1 hour. Then chill in the fridge for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  • Whip cream and brown sugar until stiff peaks form. Spread on top and dust with cinnamon before serving.

Notes

  • For extra spice, add a pinch of nutmeg to the cinnamon swirl mixture.
  • To make cinnamon swirl cheesecake bars, halve the recipe and bake in a 9x9-inch square pan.
  • Use full-fat cream cheese bricks for best texture—spreadable tubs will not set properly.
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