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Coffee Cake Cheesecake

A delightful dessert that combines the rich creaminess of cheesecake with the crumbly texture of coffee cake, topped with a cinnamon swirl and streusel.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (210g) graham cracker crumbs
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick / 115g) unsalted butter (melted and cooled slightly)
  • 1/2 cup (100g) packed brown sugar (light or dark)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 3/4 cup (90g) all-purpose flour (spoon and leveled)
  • 1/2 cup (100g) packed brown sugar (light or dark)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup (60g) unsalted butter (melted and cooled slightly)
  • 4 (8oz) blocks cream cheese (32oz / 900g total, at room temperature)
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (120g) sour cream (at room temperature)
  • 1/4 cup (30g) all-purpose flour (spoon and leveled)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 4 large eggs (at room temperature)
  • 1/2 cup (70g) powdered sugar
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons milk

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Crust: Mix together the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and melted butter until combined. Pack the mixture into a 9-inch springform pan and bake for 8 minutes.
  2. Make the Cinnamon Swirl: Combine brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and cocoa powder in a small bowl.
  3. Prepare the Streusel Topping: Mix the streusel topping ingredients until you achieve a crumbly mixture.
  4. Create the Cheesecake Filling: Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add sour cream, flour, salt, and vanilla. Then, mix in eggs one at a time.
  5. Assemble the Cheesecake: Pour half of the cheesecake filling over the crust, add the cinnamon swirl filling, and then add the remaining cheesecake filling.
  6. Bake the Cheesecake: Bake in a steam bath for 70 minutes, then remove the water bath and bake for another 20-30 minutes.
  7. Cool the Cheesecake: Leave it in the oven for 2 hours with the door slightly ajar, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours.
  8. Prepare the Icing: Whisk together powdered sugar and milk until desired consistency.
  9. Serve: Remove the cheesecake from the pan, drizzle icing on top, and slice to serve.

Notes

For variations, consider adding nuts or fruit puree. Enjoy with coffee or ice cream.

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Keywords: cheesecake, coffee cake, dessert, baking, sweet treat