Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake with Salted Caramel Filling and Berries & Cream Topping

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Ingredients:
- For the Cinnamon Roll Base:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- For the Salted Caramel Filling:
- 2 containers (8 oz each) Norman's Kosher Cholov Yisroel Cream Cheese, room temperature
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup salted caramel sauce, homemade or store-bought
- For the Berries & Cream Topping:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh mixed berries (such as strawberries, raspberries, and blueberries)
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 9-inch springform pan with cooking spray.
- Make the Cinnamon Roll Base:
- In a small bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, sugar, and cinnamon together until well combined.
- Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan. Bake for 10 minutes and then remove from the oven and let cool.
- Make the Salted Caramel Filling:
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar together until smooth and creamy.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the salted caramel sauce until well combined.
- Pour the filling onto the cooled crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the center is set.
- Remove from the oven and let cool to room temperature.
- Make the Berries & Cream Topping:
- In a large bowl, beat the heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
- Spoon the whipped cream over the cooled cheesecake and smooth the top.
- Top with fresh mixed berries.
- Chill the cheesecake in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving. Enjoy!