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Sliced cinnamon roll honeybun cheesecake on a white plate

Name: Cinnamon Roll Honeybun Cheesecake

Summary: A rich and indulgent dessert that fuses the spiced sweetness of cinnamon rolls and honeybuns with the creamy texture of a classic cheesecake. Perfect for brunches, holidays, or whenever you crave a unique, bakery-style treat at home.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 10
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Ingredients:
  • Crust:
  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 6 tablespoons melted butter
  • Cheesecake Filling:
  • 3 packages 8 oz each full-fat cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 large eggs
  • Cinnamon Swirl:
  • ⅓ cup brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • Glaze:
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 –2 tablespoons milk or cream
  • ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Equipment:
  • 9-inch springform pan
  • Electric mixer or stand mixer
  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Rubber Spatula
  • Whisk
  • Baking sheet (for water bath)
  • Aluminum foil
  • Skewer or butter knife (for swirling)

Method
 

  1. Instructions:
  2. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Prepare springform pan with parchment paper or non-stick spray.
  3. Make the crust: Combine graham crumbs, sugar, and butter. Press into pan and bake for 10 minutes. Let cool.
  4. Mix filling: Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, then sour cream and vanilla. Blend in eggs one at a time.
  5. Create cinnamon swirl: Mix brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter in a small bowl.
  6. Layer and swirl: Pour half of filling into crust, drizzle half the swirl mix, repeat with rest of filling and swirl. Swirl with a knife.
  7. Bake in water bath for 55–70 minutes until center is set with slight jiggle.
  8. Cool slowly, then refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight.
  9. Add glaze before serving. Mix glaze ingredients and drizzle on top.

Notes

Notes:
Ensure cream cheese is fully softened for a smooth batter.
Use a water bath to avoid cracks.
Cheesecake can be made 1–2 days ahead.
For a firmer crust, bake it slightly longer.