Description
Sweet cinnamon roll honeybun cheesecake melts together classic dessert favorites with irresistible comfort. Rich creamy layers and swirled cinnamon create a delectable fusion that promises pure indulgence for passionate bakers seeking something extraordinary.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust Ingredients:
- 2 cups (473 milliliters) graham cracker crumbs
- 2 cups (240 grams) vanilla wafer crumbs
- ⅓ cup (67 grams) granulated sugar
- ½ cup (113 grams) unsalted butter, melted
Cheesecake Filling Ingredients:
- 3 packages (8 ounces/226 grams each) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (200 grams) granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- ¼ cup (60 grams) sour cream
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Cinnamon Swirl and Glaze Ingredients:
- ½ cup (110 grams) brown sugar, packed
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons (28 grams) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup (120 grams) powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) milk or heavy cream
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Craft a sturdy foundation for the cheesecake by combining graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and sugar, creating a cohesive, sandy mixture.
- Carefully press the crumb blend into the base of a springform pan, ensuring an even, compact layer that will support the creamy filling.
- Briefly toast the crust in a preheated oven, allowing the butter to set and create a crisp, golden base that will enhance the overall texture of the dessert.
- Remove the crust and let it cool completely, preserving its structural integrity while preparing the subsequent layers of the indulgent cheesecake.
Notes
- Select high-quality graham crackers with a rich, buttery flavor to enhance the crust’s taste and texture.
- Crush crackers to a fine, uniform consistency for a smooth, even base that holds together perfectly when baked.
- Use room temperature cream cheese to ensure a silky, lump-free filling that blends seamlessly and creates a velvety cheesecake texture.
- Consider using a food processor for quick and precise graham cracker crumb preparation, guaranteeing a professional-looking crust with minimal effort.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 32 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg