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Mini Cinnamon Roll Cheesecakes

Mini Cinnamon Roll Cheesecakes


  • Author: easysweetmeal
  • Total Time: 2 hours 40 minutes (including chilling)
  • Yield: 12 mini cheesecakes 1x

Description

A dreamy mashup of fluffy cinnamon roll swirls and velvety New York cheesecake—all in adorable single-serving bites! Perfect for brunch, holiday gatherings, or when you can’t decide between two classics.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs

  • ¼ cup granulated sugar

  • ½ tsp ground cinnamon

  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened

  • ½ cup granulated sugar

  • ¼ cup sour cream

  • ¼ cup heavy cream

  • 2 large eggs

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • ¼ cup light brown sugar, packed

  • ½ tsp ground cinnamon

  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

  • ½ cup powdered sugar

  • 23 tsp milk


Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Crust

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.

  2. In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and cinnamon. Stir in melted butter until fully coated.

  3. Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the crust mixture into each liner and press down firmly.

  4. Bake for 5 minutes and let cool completely before filling.

Step 2: Make the Cheesecake Batter

  1. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and granulated sugar until silky smooth.

  2. Add sour cream, heavy cream, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until just combined—avoid overmixing.

Step 3: Fill and Swirl

  1. Pour cheesecake batter into the prepared crusts, filling each liner about ⅔ full.

  2. In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter until a paste forms.

  3. Drop a small dollop of the cinnamon paste on each cheesecake and gently swirl using a toothpick.

Step 4: Bake and Chill

  1. Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until centers are just set.

  2. Cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes, then transfer to the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.

Step 5: Glaze and Serve

  1. Whisk powdered sugar and milk until smooth. Drizzle over each cheesecake before serving.

Notes

  • Ensure the cheesecakes are fully chilled for the best texture.

  • Feel free to double the cinnamon swirl if you’re a big fan of that gooey layer.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American