Description
This Cinnamon Roll Honeybun Cheesecake combines the creamy texture of cheesecake with the warm, spiced flavors of a cinnamon roll. With a graham cracker crust, a cinnamon swirl, and a sweet glaze on top, this indulgent dessert is perfect for any occasion and will impress with its beautiful marbled appearance and rich flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
For the Cinnamon Swirl:
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
For the Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press firmly into the bottom of the pan.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes and set aside to cool.
- Make the Cheesecake Filling
- In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Add sour cream and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating until creamy after each addition.
- Add the Cinnamon Swirl
- In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter.
- Pour half of the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust. Drizzle half of the cinnamon mixture on top and gently swirl with a knife.
- Repeat with the remaining cheesecake filling and cinnamon mixture, swirling gently.
- Bake the Cheesecake
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set and only slightly jiggly.
- Turn off the oven, crack the door, and let the cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 hour.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Prepare the Glaze
- In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Drizzle the glaze over the chilled cheesecake before serving.
Notes
- For a thicker glaze, add more powdered sugar; for a thinner glaze, add more milk.
- Use a warm knife to make clean cuts and showcase the cinnamon swirl.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hr
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 110mg