Description
Cinnamon roll honeybun cheesecake blends classic dessert favorites into one irresistible sweet sensation. Creamy cheesecake layers mingle with swirls of cinnamon and honey, promising rich flavors that will delight you with each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheesecake Filling Ingredients:
Dairy Products:
- 16 ounces (454 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) sour cream
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) heavy cream
- 1/4 cup (57 grams) unsalted butter, melted
Sweeteners and Flavorings:
- 1 cup (200 grams) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Eggs:
- 3 large eggs
Cinnamon Roll Filling Ingredients:
Sweeteners and Spices:
- 1/2 cup (100 grams) brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
Crust Ingredients:
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
Sweeteners:
- 1/4 cup (50 grams) granulated sugar
Butter:
- 1/2 cup (113 grams) melted butter
Honeybun Topping Ingredients:
Sweeteners:
- 1/2 cup (60 grams) powdered sugar
Liquid Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons milk
Flavorings:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Craft a buttery graham cracker foundation by combining crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press evenly into a 9-inch springform pan, creating a solid base for the decadent cheesecake.
- Whisk brown sugar and cinnamon with melted butter to create a rich, aromatic swirl mixture that will weave through the creamy layers.
- In a large bowl, whip cream cheese until silky smooth, gradually incorporating granulated sugar and vanilla extract. Gently fold in eggs one at a time, maintaining a luxurious, velvety texture.
- Incorporate sour cream and heavy cream, stirring until the filling achieves a uniform, glossy consistency.
- Carefully pour half the cheesecake mixture over the prepared crust, then generously dollop cinnamon mixture across the surface. Use a knife to create elegant swirling patterns, blending the two layers with artistic strokes.
- Complete the layering by adding remaining cheesecake filling and repeating the swirling technique with the remaining cinnamon mixture.
- Bake at 325°F for 60-70 minutes, watching for a slightly jiggly center that indicates perfect doneness. After baking, leave the cheesecake in the oven with the door slightly ajar for one hour to prevent surface cracking.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the cheesecake to set completely and develop rich, complex flavors.
- Prepare a luxurious honeybun glaze by whisking powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth and glossy.
- Just before serving, drizzle the sweet glaze across the chilled cheesecake, creating an irresistible finish that elevates the dessert.
Notes
- Prevent Crust Crumbling by pressing the graham cracker mixture firmly and evenly into the pan, ensuring a solid base that won’t fall apart when cutting.
- Avoid Cheesecake Cracks by using room temperature ingredients, especially cream cheese and eggs, which blend more smoothly and reduce surface tension during baking.
- Control Swirl Technique by adding cinnamon filling in thin layers and using a gentle figure-eight motion with a knife to create beautiful, distinct marbling without over-mixing.
- Customize Dietary Needs by substituting graham crackers with gluten-free alternatives, using low-fat cream cheese, or replacing sugar with monk fruit sweetener for lighter versions.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 34 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg