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Honeybun Cinnamon Cheesecake

Honeybun Cinnamon Cheesecake


  • Author: easysweetmeal
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 12 slices 1x

Description

Honeybun Cinnamon Cheesecake – A decadent mashup of creamy cheesecake and spiced honeybun swirls, on a graham cracker crust. Topped with powdered sugar glaze—rich, gooey, and irresistible!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs

  • ¼ cup granulated sugar

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted

  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted

  • ½ cup brown sugar

  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened

  • 1 cup granulated sugar

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 3 large eggs

  • ¼ cup sour cream

  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour

  • 1 tablespoon powdered sugar

  • 1 tablespoon milk


Instructions

1. Prepare the Crust

  • Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).

  • In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until evenly combined.

  • Press mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.

  • Bake for 8–10 minutes, then allow to cool while preparing the filling.

2. Make the Cinnamon Swirl

  • In a small bowl, stir together melted butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla until smooth. Set aside.

3. Prepare the Cheesecake Filling

  • In a large mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.

  • Add sugar and vanilla, mixing until well combined.

  • Beat in eggs one at a time.

  • Add sour cream and flour, mixing just until incorporated—do not overmix.

4. Assemble and Swirl

  • Pour the cheesecake filling into the cooled crust.

  • Drop spoonfuls of the cinnamon mixture over the top.

  • Use a knife or skewer to gently swirl the cinnamon through the top layer of the filling.

5. Bake the Cheesecake

  • Bake at 325°F for 50–60 minutes, or until the center is set and the edges are slightly puffed.

  • Turn off the oven, crack the oven door slightly, and let the cheesecake cool for 1 hour inside.

  • Refrigerate for at least 4 hours (overnight is best) before removing from the pan.

6. Add the Glaze

  • In a small bowl, whisk powdered sugar and milk until smooth.

  • Drizzle over the chilled cheesecake before serving.

Notes

  • This recipe works well as bars too—use a 9×13 pan and reduce bake time slightly

  • For a richer flavor, use dark brown sugar in the swirl

  • Let the cheesecake come to room temperature for 15 minutes before slicing for cleaner cuts

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 55 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: American