Description

Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with this Snickerdoodle Cheesecake Cake. Layers of moist snickerdoodle cake sandwich a creamy cheesecake layer, all topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting and a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar. It’s a show-stopping treat that’s perfect for any special occasion or when you’re craving something extra decadent.

Ingredients

For the Cheesecake Layer:

2 (8 oz) packages cream cheese (softened)
½ cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
⅓ cup sour cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Snickerdoodle Cake Layers:

2½ cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
½ cup vegetable oil
1 cup granulated sugar
½ cup brown sugar
3 large eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 cup buttermilk

For the Cinnamon Sugar Topping:

2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

1 (8 oz) package cream cheese (softened)
½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
3½ cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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Instructions

Make the Cheesecake Layer: Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper and grease the sides. Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in sour cream and vanilla. Pour into pan and bake for 35–40 minutes. Cool and freeze for at least 2 hours.
Make the Snickerdoodle Cake Layers: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch cake pans. Whisk dry ingredients. Cream butter, oil, sugars, and eggs. Add vanilla, then alternate dry ingredients and buttermilk. Bake for 28–32 minutes.
Make the Frosting: Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla.
Assemble the Cake: Place one cake layer, add cheesecake layer, then second cake layer. Frost with cream cheese frosting and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar. Chill before serving.

Notes

For a stronger cinnamon flavor, add a pinch of cinnamon to the frosting.
Keep refrigerated and serve chilled or at room temperature.