Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake – The Ultimate Dessert Mashup!

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This decadent fusion dessert combines the warm, spiced swirls of cinnamon rolls with the rich creaminess of cheesecake—perfect for brunch, holidays, or anytime you crave something indulgent!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✅ Best of both worlds – Cinnamon rolls + cheesecake in one
✅ Make-ahead friendly – Chill overnight for perfect slices
✅ Impressive presentation – Swirled to perfection
✅ Crowd-pleasing – A guaranteed showstopper

Ingredients & Substitutions

For the Cinnamon Roll Layer

  • 1 (8 oz) can refrigerated cinnamon roll dough (or homemade)
  • 2 tbsp melted butter
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp cinnamon

For the Cheesecake Layer

  • 24 oz (3 packs) cream cheese, softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 3 eggs, room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ cup sour cream

For the Cream Cheese Glaze

  • Reserved cinnamon roll icing (from the can)
  • 2 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 1-2 tbsp milk

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prepare the Cinnamon Roll Base

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
  2. Unroll cinnamon roll dough, spread with melted butter, and sprinkle with brown sugar + cinnamon.
  3. Re-roll and slice into 8 pieces. Press into the pan to form a crust.

2. Make the Cheesecake Filling

  1. Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
  2. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla and sour cream.
  3. Pour over cinnamon roll layer.

3. Bake & Chill

  1. Bake 45-50 minutes until set but slightly jiggly.
  2. Cool in oven with door ajar 1 hour, then refrigerate 6+ hours.

4. Add the Glaze

  1. Whisk together reserved icing, cream cheese, powdered sugar, and milk until smooth.
  2. Drizzle over chilled cheesecake.

Pro Tips

🔥 Prevent cracks: Bake in a water bath for even heat.
🍂 Extra spice: Add ½ tsp nutmeg to cinnamon sugar.
⏳ Time-saver: Use pre-made cinnamon rolls for quick assembly.

Variations

🍎 Apple Cinnamon: Layer with sautéed apples before baking
🍫 Chocolate Swirl: Add melted chocolate to half the batter
☕ Pumpkin Spice: Mix ½ cup pumpkin puree into cheesecake

FAQs

Can I use homemade dough?

Yes! Prepare 1 batch of your favorite cinnamon roll dough.

How to store leftovers?

Fridge 5 days or freeze 1 month (without glaze).

Can I make it gluten-free?

Use GF cinnamon rolls and check other ingredients.

Final Thoughts

This Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake is breakfast and dessert in one—buttery, spiced, and luxuriously creamy. Perfect for Christmas morning, birthdays, or when you deserve something extra special!

Warning: Disappears fast—hide a slice for yourself! 🍰☕

(Tag your creations #CinnamonRollCheesecake!)

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