Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Gather your baking equipment including a 9-inch springform pan and mixing bowls.
- Combine graham cracker crumbs with melted unsalted butter until well mixed. Press into the bottom of the springform pan and bake for 10 minutes.
- Beat cream cheese with granulated sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in sour cream, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract.
- In a small bowl, mix brown sugar and ground cinnamon to create the cinnamon swirl mixture.
- Layer half of the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust, sprinkle half of the cinnamon swirl mixture on top, and swirl gently.
- Pour the remaining filling over and top with the rest of the cinnamon mixture.
- Bake for about 60 minutes until the edges are set but the center has a slight jiggle.
- Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside with the door ajar for 1 hour.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for best flavor.
Nutrition
Notes
For best outcomes, use room temperature ingredients. Consider a water bath for a creamier texture and avoid sudden temperature changes during cooling.
