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Mini Cinnamon Roll Cheesecakes

Mini Cinnamon Roll Cheesecakes Recipe

Mini Cinnamon Roll Cheesecakes: The Ultimate Sweet and Creamy Treat
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 9 Mini cheesecakes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust:
  • 1 cup digestive biscuits or graham crackers crushed
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
For the Cheesecake Filling:
  • 1 cup heavy cream double cream, whipped to stiff peaks
  • 8 oz 225g full-fat cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup icing sugar powdered sugar
  • 1½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
For the Cinnamon-Sugar Topping:
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
For the Cinnamon Roll Frosting:
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter softened
  • 2 oz 60g cream cheese, softened
  • ¼ cup icing sugar powdered sugar

Method
 

Step 1: Prepare the Crust
  1. Crush the digestive biscuits or graham crackers into fine crumbs using a food processor or by hand with a rolling pin.
  2. In a bowl, mix the crushed biscuits with the melted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand.
  3. Divide the mixture evenly among 9 muffin cases, pressing down firmly to create a solid crust. Set aside.
Step 2: Whip the Cream
  1. In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream until it forms stiff peaks. Be careful not to overwhip. Set aside.
Step 3: Make the Cheesecake Filling
  1. In a separate bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, icing sugar, and ground cinnamon. Whisk together until smooth and well combined.
  2. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated. Be careful not to deflate the whipped cream.
Step 4: Assemble the Mini Cheesecakes
  1. Spoon the cheesecake filling onto the prepared crusts in the muffin cases, smoothing the tops with a spoon or spatula.
Step 5: Add Cinnamon-Sugar Topping
  1. Mix the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon in a small bowl.
  2. Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the tops of the mini cheesecakes.
Step 6: Make the Cinnamon Roll Frosting
  1. In a small bowl, beat together the softened butter, softened cream cheese, and icing sugar until smooth.
  2. Transfer the frosting to a piping bag and pipe a small swirl of frosting on top of each cheesecake to mimic the cinnamon roll design.
Step 7: Chill the Cheesecakes
  1. Place the mini cheesecakes in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to set. If you’re short on time, freeze them for about 30 minutes.

Notes

Make Ahead: These mini cheesecakes can be made up to 2 days in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
Freezing Option: You can freeze the mini cheesecakes for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before serving.