Description
Creamy cinnamon roll cheesecake bars blend classic dessert flavors into one irresistible treat. Silky cheesecake nestles between cinnamon swirl layers, promising pure indulgence that satisfies sweet cravings without complex preparation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz softened cream cheese
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup sour cream (room temperature)
- 1 cup dark brown sugar
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 6 tbsps melted butter (for crust)
- 6 tbsps melted butter (for cinnamon swirl)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsps vanilla extract
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Prepare the oven, heating it to 350°F (177°C) for the initial crust preparation.
- Combine melted butter, graham cracker crumbs, light brown sugar, and salt in a mixing bowl, creating a cohesive base mixture.
- Transfer the crumb mixture into an 8-inch square baking dish, pressing firmly to create an even, compact foundation.
- Bake the crust for 8 minutes, then remove and allow to cool completely at room temperature.
- Reduce oven temperature to 325°F (163°C) for the cheesecake filling stage.
- Using a blender, thoroughly pulverize cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until achieving a silky-smooth texture.
- Integrate sour cream into the blended mixture, then gradually introduce eggs one at a time, blending between each addition to maintain a uniform consistency.
- Prepare the cinnamon swirl by whisking melted butter, dark brown sugar, cinnamon, and flour until well-incorporated.
- Carefully distribute half the cheesecake filling over the pre-baked crust.
- Strategically drop cinnamon mixture dollops across the filling, then use a knife to create elegant swirling patterns.
- Add remaining cheesecake filling and repeat the swirling technique, ensuring an artistic marbled effect.
- Transfer the baking dish to the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, watching for a slightly firm center.
- Allow the dessert to cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours before slicing into delectable bars.
Notes
- Chill the cream cheese beforehand to ensure a smoother, lump-free blender mixture that prevents unwanted texture variations.
- Let eggs reach room temperature before adding to the cheesecake filling, which helps create a more uniform and silky consistency.
- Avoid over-swirling the cinnamon mixture to maintain distinct marbled patterns and prevent the layers from becoming muddy or blended.
- Use parchment paper overhang when lining the baking dish for easier removal and clean cutting of the cheesecake bars.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 48 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 16
- Calories: 222 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 133 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 21 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 48 mg