Cinnamon Roll Honeybun Cheesecake Recipe
Indulge in the rich, creamy delight of Cinnamon Roll Honeybun Cheesecake, featuring a spiced graham cracker crust, luscious cinnamon-infused cheesecake filling with a buttery cinnamon swirl, all topped with a smooth vanilla glaze. Perfect for dessert lovers seeking a twist on classic cinnamon roll flavors.
- Author: Kai
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Total Time: 5 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
For the Crust:
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup melted unsalted butter
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened (3 packages)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup sour cream
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
For the Cinnamon Swirl:
- ¼ cup melted unsalted butter
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
For the Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 325°F and generously grease a 9-inch springform pan. Line the bottom with parchment paper for easy removal later.
- Make the Crust: In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, granulated sugar, and ground cinnamon. Mix until the crumbs stick together when pressed.
- Press and Bake Crust: Firmly press the crumb mixture into the bottom of the pan, using the bottom of a measuring cup to smooth and compact evenly. Bake for 10 minutes until lightly golden. Remove and cool.
- Prepare Cheesecake Filling: Beat softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth and fluffy (2-3 minutes), scraping the bowl as needed. Gradually add sugar, then mix in sour cream. Add eggs one at a time, mixing just until incorporated. Stir in vanilla extract and cinnamon until smooth.
- Mix Cinnamon Swirl: Whisk melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon together until smooth.
- Assemble Cheesecake: Pour cheesecake filling over cooled crust. Drop spoonfuls of cinnamon swirl mixture on top, using a knife to create swirling patterns.
- Bake Cheesecake: Bake for 50-60 minutes until the edges are set and lightly golden, with the center slightly jiggles when shaken.
- Cool in Oven: Turn off the oven, open the door slightly, and let cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour to prevent cracks.
- Chill: Remove from oven, cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Prepare Glaze and Serve: Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Drizzle over chilled cheesecake before serving.
Notes
- Make sure cream cheese is fully softened to avoid lumps in the batter.
- Do not overbeat eggs to prevent cracking and a dense texture.
- Using a water bath can also help prevent cracks if desired.
- The cheesecake is best served chilled and can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.
- Feel free to double the glaze for a thicker drizzle if preferred.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 1/12 of cheesecake)
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 32 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 29 g
- Saturated Fat: 17 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
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