– For the Crust:
– 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
– ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
– ¼ cup granulated sugar
– For the Cheesecake Filling:
– 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 3 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– For the Topping:
– ½ cup all-purpose flour
– ½ cup brown sugar
– ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
– 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– For the Glaze:
– 1 cup powdered sugar
– 2 tablespoons milk
– ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
– ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
With these ingredients on hand, you’ll be well-equipped to create this scrumptious dessert.
Creating the Cinnamon Roll Honeybun Cheesecake can be a fun process if you follow these straightforward steps:
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
2. Make the Crust: In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Mix until well combined. Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
3. Prepare Cheesecake Filling: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. Add in eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract and cinnamon until fully incorporated.
4. Pour the Filling: Pour the cheesecake filling over the crust in the springform pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
5. Make the Topping: In another bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, melted butter, and cinnamon, mixing until crumbly. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the cheesecake batter.
6. Bake: Place the cheesecake in the preheated oven and bake for 60 minutes or until the center is almost set (it may still jiggle slightly).
7. Cool: Once baked, turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven with the door slightly ajar for 30 minutes. Then remove it from the oven and let it cool to room temperature before refrigerating for at least 4 hours.
8. Prepare the Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until smooth.
9. Glaze the Cheesecake: Once chilled, drizzle the glaze over the top of the cheesecake.
10. Serve: Carefully release the cheesecake from the springform and slice into portions to serve.
Following these simple steps will guide you in creating an irresistible Cinnamon Roll Honeybun Cheesecake.