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Coffee Cake Cheesecake Recipe

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This Coffee Cake Cheesecake combines the rich creaminess of classic cheesecake with the warm, spiced flavors of coffee cake. Featuring a crunchy biscuit crust, a smooth cinnamon-sugar swirled cheesecake filling, and a crumbly topping, it is baked in a water bath for a perfectly moist and delicate texture. Finished with an optional sweet glaze, this dessert is ideal for any coffee lover looking for an elegant, comforting treat.

Ingredients

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Crust

  • 250g digestive biscuits (or graham crackers)
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 75g butter (melted)

Cinnamon Sugar

  • 100g dark brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon

Crumble Topping

  • 110g all-purpose flour
  • 80g dark brown sugar
  • 70g butter (melted)

Cheesecake Filling

  • 800g full-fat cream cheese (room temperature)
  • 250g granulated sugar
  • 200g sour cream (room temperature)
  • 1 ½ tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • 4 large eggs

Optional Glaze

  • 60g powdered sugar
  • 3–4 tsp milk

Instructions

  1. Prep the Oven and Pan: Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Line the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  2. Make Crust Base: In a food processor, combine digestive biscuits, 1 tsp cinnamon, and granulated sugar until fine crumbs form. Add melted butter and pulse until evenly combined. Press this mixture firmly into the base and slightly up the sides of the springform pan. Bake this crust for 10 minutes, then remove and set aside to cool.
  3. Create Cinnamon Sugar: In a small bowl, mix together dark brown sugar and cinnamon to prepare the cinnamon sugar topping. Set aside for later use.
  4. Prepare Crumble Topping: Mix the flour and dark brown sugar in a bowl. Pour melted butter over the mixture and stir with a fork until crumbly texture forms. Set aside.
  5. Make Cheesecake Filling: Using a stand mixer, beat cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Add granulated sugar and mix thoroughly.
  6. Incorporate Sour Cream Mixture: Combine sour cream and cornstarch in a small bowl, then add this along with the vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture. Blend until smooth and uniform.
  7. Add Eggs: Add eggs one at a time to the mixture, mixing on low speed after each addition to avoid incorporating too much air.
  8. Layer the Cheesecake: Pour half of the cheesecake batter into the prepared crust. Evenly sprinkle the cinnamon sugar over this layer. Then pour the remaining batter on top and smooth the surface.
  9. Add Crumble Topping: Evenly sprinkle the prepared crumble topping over the cheesecake batter to create a delightful crunchy finish.
  10. Prepare Water Bath: Place the springform pan inside a larger cake pan. Pour hot water into the larger pan until it reaches about two-thirds the height of the springform pan to create a water bath. This helps the cheesecake bake evenly and prevents cracking.
  11. Bake: Bake the cheesecake for 1 hour and 15 to 20 minutes, or until the center is just slightly wobbly when gently shaken.
  12. Cool in Oven: Turn off the oven and crack the oven door open. Let the cheesecake cool slowly inside for 1 hour to reduce cracking.
  13. Remove and Further Cool: Carefully take the springform pan out of the water bath and remove the outer pan. Cool the cheesecake on a wire rack for another hour at room temperature.
  14. Chill: Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight, to fully set and develop its flavor and texture.
  15. Optional Glaze: Mix powdered sugar and milk until smooth and drizzle this glaze over the chilled cheesecake before serving, adding a sweet finishing touch.

Notes

  • Use full-fat cream cheese and sour cream for best creamy texture and flavor.
  • The water bath is essential to ensure even baking and prevent cracking of the cheesecake.
  • You can substitute digestive biscuits with graham crackers if unavailable.
  • Allow the cheesecake to fully chill; slicing it before it sets may cause it to crumble.
  • The glaze is optional but adds a nice sweetness and moisture contrast to the cinnamon flavors.

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