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Coffee Cake Cheesecake

Coffee Cake Cheesecake is a rich dessert combining creamy cheesecake with cinnamon coffee cake flavors.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American

Ingredients
  

For the graham cracker crust

  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted

For the cinnamon swirl

  • ½ cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa powder

For the streusel topping

  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter melted

For the cheesecake filling

  • 32 oz cream cheese room temperature
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 4 large eggs

For the icing

  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 –2 tablespoons milk

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 325°F. Place one rack in the center and another on the bottom of the oven.
  • Prepare the crust.
  • In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter until evenly combined.
  • Press the crust into the bottom and halfway up the sides of a 9-inch springform pan.
  • Bake the crust for 8 minutes, then remove and allow it to cool slightly.
  • Make the cinnamon swirl.
  • In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, cinnamon, and cocoa powder.
  • Prepare the streusel topping.
  • In another bowl, mix flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter until crumbly.
  • Make the cheesecake filling.
  • In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy.
  • Add sour cream, flour, salt, and vanilla extract. Mix until combined.
  • Add eggs one at a time, mixing gently after each addition until incorporated.
  • Assemble the cheesecake.
  • Pour half of the filling over the crust. Sprinkle the cinnamon swirl mixture evenly on top.
  • Add the remaining filling and gently spread into an even layer.
  • Use a skewer or knife to lightly swirl the filling without touching the crust.
  • Sprinkle the streusel topping evenly over the cheesecake.
  • Place a pan with 2 cups boiling water on the bottom rack of the oven.
  • Place the Coffee Cake Cheesecake on the center rack and bake for 70 minutes.
  • Remove the water pan and continue baking for another 20–30 minutes.
  • The center should jiggle slightly while the edges remain set.
  • Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside with the door slightly open for 2 hours.
  • Cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
  • Prepare the icing.
  • Whisk powdered sugar with milk until smooth and drizzle over the chilled cheesecake before serving.

Notes

  • The cocoa powder in the cinnamon swirl deepens the color and flavor but does not make the cheesecake taste like chocolate.