Mini Cinnamon Roll Cheesecakes
These delightful mini cheesecakes combine the classic flavors of cinnamon rolls with creamy cheesecake, making them a perfect dessert for any occasion.
Ingredients
Crust Ingredients
- 12 pieces cinnamon roll cookies or graham crackers, crushed (about 1 cup)
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
Filling Ingredients
- 2 packages cream cheese, softened (8 oz each)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
Swirl Ingredients
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tbsp melted butter
Toppings
- 1 cup Whipped cream or cream cheese frosting For topping before serving
- Extra cinnamon sugar for dusting
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a small bowl, mix together the crushed cookies, sugar, and melted butter. Press about 1 tablespoon of the crust mixture into each muffin liner. Bake for 5 minutes, then remove and let cool slightly.
Cheesecake Filling
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add the sugar, eggs, vanilla, and ground cinnamon. Mix until everything is well combined and fluffy.
- In another bowl, stir together the brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter for the swirl.
Assembly and Baking
- Pour the cheesecake batter into the prepared liners, filling them about 3/4 full.
- Add 1/2 teaspoon of the swirl mixture on top of each and use a toothpick to gently swirl it into the cheesecake batter.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes, until the centers are set but still slightly jiggly.
- Cool the cheesecakes at room temperature, then refrigerate them for at least 3 hours or overnight.
- Before serving, top with whipped cream or cream cheese frosting and a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar.
Notes
Make sure the cream cheese is at room temperature for a smoother batter. Don't overmix the eggs; just mix until combined to avoid a dense texture. Feel free to adjust the amount of cinnamon according to your taste. Use different flavored cookies for the crust to switch things up. These mini cheesecakes can be frozen; just make sure they are wrapped well.