Here’s a delicious Cinnamon Roll Honeybun Cheesecake recipe that combines the best of both worlds: the creamy richness of cheesecake and the sweet, spiced goodness of cinnamon rolls with a honeybun glaze.
Cinnamon Roll Honeybun Cheesecake Recipe
Ingredients
For the Crust:
- 1 package of refrigerated cinnamon rolls (8 rolls)
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1/4 cup sugar (optional)
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (optional, for thickening)
For the Cinnamon Swirl:
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup melted butter
For the Honeybun Glaze:
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon milk (more if needed)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
- Unroll the cinnamon rolls and set the icing aside for later use.
- Spray the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan with non-stick cooking spray.
- Place the cinnamon rolls in the bottom of the pan, pressing them down to fit and covering the entire bottom. Pinch the seams together so there are no gaps.
- Drizzle the melted butter over the cinnamon rolls, then sprinkle sugar on top for added sweetness, if desired.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until the crust is golden brown. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool.
2. Make the Cheesecake Filling:
- In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Add the sugar, sour cream, and vanilla extract, and beat until fully combined.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. If using, mix in the flour for added thickness.
- Pour the cheesecake batter over the cooled cinnamon roll crust in the springform pan.
3. Create the Cinnamon Swirl:
- In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter.
- Drop spoonfuls of the cinnamon mixture over the cheesecake batter. Use a knife or toothpick to swirl the cinnamon sugar into the cheesecake filling.
4. Bake the Cheesecake:
- Place the pan on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is almost set but still slightly jiggly.
- Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake in for an additional 10 minutes.
- Let the cheesecake cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours (preferably overnight) to allow it to set completely.
5. Make the Honeybun Glaze:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, honey, and milk until smooth.
- Adjust the consistency with more milk if needed, so it drizzles easily.
6. Assemble the Cheesecake:
- Once the cheesecake is fully set, carefully remove the sides of the springform pan.
- Drizzle the honeybun glaze over the top of the cheesecake in a zigzag pattern or as desired.
- If desired, top with the icing from the cinnamon roll package.
7. Serve and Enjoy!
- Slice and serve the cheesecake chilled, and enjoy the delicious combination of cinnamon, cream cheese, and honeybun goodness.
This dessert is perfect for any special occasion or as a sweet treat to indulge in. The combination of cinnamon rolls and honeybun glaze will have everyone coming back for more!