Description
Indulgent mini cinnamon roll cheesecakes blend creamy cheesecake with classic cinnamon roll flavors. Sweet dessert lovers will adore these compact treats that showcase rich, swirled textures and delightful spice notes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large eggs
- 16 oz (454 g) cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar
- ½ cup (120 ml) sour cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 2 tbsps (30 ml) granulated sugar
- 4 tbsps (60 ml) unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup (50 g) light brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup (60 g) powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) milk
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Prep Station: Preheat oven to 325F (160C) and line muffin tin with cupcake liners, ensuring a stable baking environment.
- Crust Formation: Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter into a compact mixture, pressing firmly into each liner to create a sturdy foundation. Briefly toast for 5 minutes to set structure.
- Filling Crafting: Blend cream cheese and sugar until silky smooth, then gently fold in eggs one at a time. Incorporate sour cream, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon, stirring until achieving a luxurious, homogeneous texture.
- Cinnamon Accent: Whisk brown sugar, additional cinnamon, and melted butter to create a rich swirl mixture. Carefully pour cheesecake batter into prepared crusts, then artfully dot with cinnamon swirl and marble using a toothpick.
- Baking Precision: Bake for 18-20 minutes, watching for stabilized centers and set edges. Allow natural cooling at room temperature, then refrigerate for minimum 2 hours to solidify structure.
- Finishing Touch: Craft a delicate glaze by whisking powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Drizzle elegantly over chilled cheesecakes just before serving, creating a professional presentation.
Notes
- Prevent Crust Crumbling: Press graham cracker mixture firmly and evenly to create a solid base that holds together when biting.
- Avoid Cheesecake Cracks: Mix ingredients gently and minimally, especially eggs, to prevent over-beating which causes surface splitting during baking.
- Control Moisture Levels: Cool cheesecakes at room temperature before refrigerating to prevent condensation and maintain smooth texture.
- Customize Dietary Options: Substitute graham crackers with gluten-free alternatives and use low-fat cream cheese for lighter version without compromising taste.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 13
- Calories: 245
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg