Description
A rich and creamy cinnamon-spiced cheesecake with a buttery graham cracker crust, delivering a warm and indulgent twist on a classic dessert.
Ingredients
- Crust:
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- Filling:
- 24 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup cinnamon-flavored syrup (non-alcoholic)
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- Optional topping:
- 1/2 cup whipped cream
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 160°C (325°F) and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and cinnamon, then stir in melted butter.
- Press mixture into the bottom of the pan and bake for 8–10 minutes. Let cool.
- Beat cream cheese until smooth, then add sugar and mix well.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed.
- Stir in sour cream, vanilla, and cinnamon syrup until smooth.
- Add flour and mix gently until combined.
- Pour filling over crust and smooth the top.
- Place pan in a water bath and bake for 55–65 minutes until edges are set and center slightly jiggles.
- Turn off oven and let cheesecake rest inside for 1 hour with door slightly open.
- Cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Top with whipped cream and cinnamon before serving if desired.
Notes
- Use a water bath to prevent cracks and ensure even baking.
- Do not overmix the batter to maintain a smooth texture.
- Let cheesecake cool gradually to avoid cracking.
- Add caramel or chocolate drizzle for extra flavor.
- Use low-fat dairy for a lighter version.
- Store in refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Freeze slices for up to 2 months.
- Slice with a warm knife for clean cuts.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 26 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 17 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
