Description
This rich and creamy cheesecake swirls together the best of cinnamon rolls and honeybuns, topped with a sweet vanilla glaze for the ultimate dessert.
Ingredients
For the Crust:
1½ cups graham cracker crumbs
¼ cup granulated sugar
½ cup melted butter
For the Cinnamon Roll Filling:
½ cup brown sugar
2 tbsp ground cinnamon
¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Cheesecake Filling:
16 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
3 large eggs
1 cup sour cream
1 cup heavy cream
For the Honeybun Topping:
½ cup powdered sugar
2 tbsp milk
1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
Prepare the Crust:
Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter.
Press mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Set aside.
Make the Cinnamon Roll Filling:
Mix brown sugar and cinnamon in a bowl.
Stir in melted butter until crumbly. Set aside.
Prepare the Cheesecake Filling:
Beat softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy.
Add vanilla, then mix in eggs one at a time.
Mix in sour cream and heavy cream until fully incorporated.
Assemble the Cheesecake:
Pour half the cheesecake filling over the crust.
Drop half the cinnamon filling in spoonfuls and swirl gently with a knife or toothpick.
Pour remaining cheesecake batter on top and repeat the swirling with remaining cinnamon mixture.
Bake:
Bake for 60–70 minutes, until edges are set and center slightly jiggles.
Turn off oven, leave cheesecake inside with door slightly open for 1 hour.
Chill in refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Make the Honeybun Glaze:
Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
Drizzle over chilled cheesecake before serving.
Notes
Bring all ingredients to room temperature to avoid cracking.
Optional: Garnish with extra cinnamon crumble or cinnamon dust before serving.
Use a water bath (bain-marie) for an ultra-smooth, crack-free cheesecake if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
