Description
Experience the ultimate dessert indulgence with this Snickerdoodle Cheesecake, where a rich and creamy cheesecake meets the warm and cozy flavors of cinnamon and sugar. Set atop a buttery graham cracker crust, each slice offers a perfect blend of sweet nostalgia and elegant flavor, making it ideal for any occasion. With simple steps to follow, even novice bakers can create a show-stopping treat that will delight family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar (divided)
- 24 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). In a medium bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and ¼ cup sugar until combined. Press the mixture into the bottom of a springform pan to form the crust.
- 2. In a large mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth. Gradually add the remaining ½ cup sugar while mixing.
- 3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in ground cinnamon until evenly distributed.
- 4. Pour the filling over the crust in the springform pan. Bake for 50-60 minutes until set around the edges but slightly jiggly in the center.
- 5. Allow to cool completely before refrigerating for at least four hours or overnight. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 85mg