Description
Indulgent honey bun cheesecake blends classic dessert comfort with sweet nostalgic charm. Creamy layers and cinnamon-swirled goodness promise delightful moments you’ll savor with pure culinary pleasure.
Ingredients
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Filling Ingredients:
- 4 (8 ounces) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Crust Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Topping Ingredients:
- 1 cup honey bun or cinnamon roll icing
- 1/2 cup crushed honey bun or cinnamon roll pieces (optional)
- Caramel sauce (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 325°F (160°C), creating an ideal baking environment for the cheesecake.
- Create the crust by blending graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until the mixture becomes cohesive and moldable.
- Transfer the crust mixture into a 9-inch springform pan, using firm pressure to compact it evenly across the bottom.
- Prebake the crust for 10 minutes, allowing it to set and develop a slight golden color, then remove and let cool completely.
- In a large mixing bowl, whip the cream cheese until achieving a silky, smooth consistency with no visible lumps.
- Gradually incorporate granulated sugar into the cream cheese, mixing thoroughly to ensure complete integration.
- Introduce vanilla extract, then carefully add eggs one at a time, gently mixing after each addition to maintain a smooth texture.
- Sprinkle ground cinnamon into the mixture, stirring until the spice is evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Carefully pour the prepared cheesecake filling over the cooled crust, ensuring an even distribution.
- Bake the cheesecake for 60-70 minutes, watching for a set center and lightly golden edges as indicators of doneness.
- Turn off the oven, leaving the cheesecake inside with the door slightly open for approximately one hour to prevent cracking.
- Transfer the cheesecake to the refrigerator and chill for a minimum of 4 hours, preferably overnight, to achieve optimal texture.
- Once fully chilled, generously drizzle honey bun icing across the surface of the cheesecake.
- For an extra indulgent touch, garnish with crushed honey bun pieces and a light drizzle of caramel sauce.
Notes
- Use room temperature cream cheese to ensure a smooth, lump-free filling that blends perfectly with other ingredients.
- Gently tap the springform pan on the counter after pouring the filling to release any trapped air bubbles and prevent cracks.
- Line the bottom of the pan with parchment paper for easier removal and a cleaner presentation of your cheesecake.
- Cover the springform pan’s exterior with aluminum foil to prevent water from seeping in during the water bath baking method, which helps create a more even bake.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 510 kcal
- Sugar: 40 g
- Sodium: 280 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 19 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg