Description
Indulge in the decadent flavors of a Cinnamon Roll Honeybun Cheesecake, where creamy cheesecake meets the warm, comforting essence of cinnamon rolls. This dessert is a delightful fusion of two beloved treats in one spectacular creation.
Ingredients
Graham Cracker Crust
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Cheesecake Filling
- 3 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened to room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Cinnamon Swirl
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
Vanilla Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- Prepare the Crust: Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, sugar, and cinnamon. Press into pan and bake.
- Make the Filling: Beat cream cheese, sugar, sour cream, eggs, vanilla, and cinnamon until smooth. Pour over crust.
- Create the Cinnamon Swirl: Mix melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Pipe a spiral pattern on top of filling.
- Bake: Bake the cheesecake until set with a slight jiggle in the center.
- Cool and Chill: Cool in the oven, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Glaze: Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla. Drizzle over chilled cheesecake.
- Serve: Remove from pan, slice, and enjoy!
Notes
- Ensure all cold ingredients are at room temperature for a smooth filling.
- Cooling the cheesecake gradually helps prevent cracks.
- Make ahead and add glaze before serving for the best presentation.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
