This Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake is the perfect treat! This decadent dessert combines a smooth, dairy-free cheesecake filling with a cinnamon swirl and a tender, gluten-free crust.
Ingredients
For the Crust:
- 1 ½ cups gluten-free graham cracker crumbs (or crushed gluten-free cookies)
- ¼ cup coconut oil or dairy-free butter, melted
- 2 tbsp coconut sugar (or brown sugar)
- ½ tsp cinnamon
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 2 (8 oz) packages dairy-free cream cheese (such as Kite Hill or Violife)
- ½ cup coconut cream (thick part from canned coconut milk)
- ½ cup maple syrup or coconut sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp arrowroot starch or cornstarch
For the Cinnamon Swirl:
- ¼ cup coconut sugar (or brown sugar)
- 1 tbsp cinnamon
- 1 tbsp melted coconut oil
For the Dairy-Free Glaze (Optional):
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp almond milk (or any dairy-free milk)
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
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Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a bowl, mix gluten-free graham cracker crumbs, melted coconut oil, coconut sugar, and cinnamon until combined.
- Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the pan. Bake for 8–10 minutes, then let it cool.
2. Make the Cheesecake Filling:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat together dairy-free cream cheese, coconut cream, maple syrup, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and arrowroot starch until smooth.
3. Prepare the Cinnamon Swirl:
- In a small bowl, mix coconut sugar, cinnamon, and melted coconut oil until combined.
4. Assemble the Cheesecake:
- Pour half of the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust.
- Drizzle half of the cinnamon swirl mixture over the filling, then gently swirl it in with a knife.
- Pour the remaining cheesecake filling on top and repeat with the rest of the cinnamon swirl.
5. Bake the Cheesecake:
- Place the cheesecake in the oven and bake at 325°F (160°C) for 45–50 minutes, or until the center is set but slightly jiggly.
- Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake sit inside with the door slightly open for 10 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and let cool at room temperature before refrigerating for at least 4 hours (or overnight for best results).
6. Add the Glaze (Optional):
- Mix powdered sugar, almond milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Drizzle over the cheesecake before serving.
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Enjoy!
Slice, serve, and enjoy the best of both worlds—cinnamon roll flavor with creamy, dairy-free cheesecake goodness! 😍🍰
Let me know if you need modifications or substitutions! 😊