Description
This Snickerdoodle Cheesecake combines the classic cinnamon-sugar flavors of snickerdoodle cookies with a rich, creamy cheesecake for a luscious dessert. Featuring a buttery graham cracker crust and a spiced cream cheese filling with hints of cinnamon and nutmeg, this cheesecake is perfect for any occasion and sure to impress.
Ingredients
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Crust
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Filling
- 3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) to prepare for baking the cheesecake.
- Mix crust ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and sugar evenly.
- Add melted butter: Stir in the melted butter until the mixture is fully coated and moist.
- Form crust: Press the crumb mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan, using the back of a spoon or your fingers to compact it.
- Chill the crust: Chill the crust in the refrigerator while you prepare the filling.
- Prepare cream cheese base: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese on medium speed until smooth and creamy.
- Add sugar and vanilla: Mix in the granulated sugar and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Incorporate eggs: Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition and scraping down the bowl sides as needed.
- Add flavorings and sour cream: Beat in the sour cream, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and flour until the mixture is fully incorporated.
- Fill crust: Pour the cream cheese mixture over the chilled crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Remove air bubbles: Tap the filled pan gently on the counter to release any trapped air bubbles.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 55 to 65 minutes, until the center is set but still slightly jiggly when shaken.
- Cool in oven: Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside for about an hour to prevent cracking.
- Cool completely: Remove from the oven and allow it to cool to room temperature.
- Refrigerate: Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours or overnight for best texture and flavor.
- Prepare for serving: Run a knife around the edge of the cheesecake to loosen it from the pan sides.
- Remove pan sides: Carefully remove the sides of the springform pan and transfer the cheesecake to a serving plate.
- Serve: Slice the chilled cheesecake and serve.
Notes
- Ensure cream cheese is fully softened to avoid lumps in the filling.
- Press crust firmly to prevent it from crumbling when slicing.
- Baking until the center is slightly jiggly prevents overbaking and cracking.
- Cooling in the turned-off oven helps the cheesecake set gradually and maintain a smooth texture.
- Chilling overnight enhances flavor and firmness for cleaner slices.
- If desired, sprinkle additional cinnamon sugar on top before serving for extra snickerdoodle flavor.
