Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake with Bourbon Caramel Filling and Caramel Macchiato Topping

Cinnamon Roll Base

• 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted

Bourbon Caramel Filling

• 24 oz Norman's Kosher Cholov Yisroel Cream Cheese, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup bourbon
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 4 large eggs, room temperature
• 1/2 cup caramel sauce

Caramel Macchiato Topping

• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup caramel sauce
• 1 tablespoon instant coffee granules

Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Wrap the outside of a 9-inch springform pan tightly with foil.

Cinnamon Roll Base Instructions:

1. In a small bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter.
2. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared springform pan.
3. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove from oven and set aside.

Bourbon Caramel Filling Instructions:

1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar at medium speed until creamy and smooth.
2. Add the sour cream, bourbon, flour, and vanilla extract and beat until well combined.
3. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
4. Stir in 1/2 cup of caramel sauce.
5. Pour the mixture over the cinnamon roll crust in the prepared pan.
6. Bake for 1 hour or until the edges are lightly golden and the center is nearly set.
7. Remove from oven and allow the cheesecake to cool completely at room temperature.
8. Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Caramel Macchiato Topping:

1. In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream, caramel sauce, and instant coffee granules over low heat until the mixture is warm and combined.
2. Remove from heat and let cool for 5-10 minutes.
3. Pour the caramel macchiato topping over the chilled cheesecake and use a spatula to smooth it out.
4. Refrigerate the cheesecake with topping until ready to serve.

Enjoy the delicious flavors of this cinnamon roll cheesecake with bourbon caramel filling and caramel macchiato topping!