Here’s the full recipe for Cinnamon Roll Honeybun Cheesecake:
Ingredients
For the Crust:
2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Cheesecake Layer:
3 (8 oz) packages of cream cheese, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Cinnamon Roll Topping:
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
1/4 cup heavy cream
Optional Glaze:
1 cup powdered sugar
2-3 tablespoons milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Crust
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated.
3. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan, ensuring an even layer.
4. Bake the crust for 8-10 minutes, then let it cool while you prepare the other layers.
Step 2: Make the Cheesecake Filling
1. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar together until smooth and creamy.
2. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
3. Mix in the vanilla extract.
4. Pour the cheesecake batter over the prepared crust, spreading it evenly.
Step 3: Prepare the Cinnamon Roll Topping
1. In a small bowl, mix the softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon until a thick paste forms.
2. Add the heavy cream to loosen the mixture slightly.
3. Transfer the mixture to a piping bag or a plastic bag with the tip cut off.
4. Pipe the cinnamon mixture in a spiral pattern over the cheesecake batter, starting from the center and working outward.
Step 4: Bake the Cheesecake
1. Place the springform pan in a larger baking dish and fill the dish with 1 inch of hot water to create a water bath. This helps prevent cracks in the cheesecake.
2. Bake the cheesecake in the preheated oven for 60-70 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center jiggles slightly.
3. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside with the door slightly ajar for 1 hour.
4. Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, before removing it from the pan.
Step 5: Make the Optional Glaze
1. In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
2. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cheesecake for added sweetness.
Final Touch
Dust the chee
secake with a little powdered sugar or cinnamon before serving. Slice and enjoy this decadent dessert with a coffee or tea!
