Description
A triple-layer dessert dream! This Cinnamon Roll Honeybun Cheesecake combines buttery cinnamon rolls, sticky-sweet honeybun glaze, and luscious cheesecake in one indulgent treat. It’s pure bliss in every bite and perfect for holidays, brunches, or anytime you want to wow your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Cinnamon Roll Base:
- 1 can refrigerated cinnamon roll dough (8-count)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
For the Honeybun Swirl Layer:
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Optional: 1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
For the Cheesecake Layer:
- 2 (8 oz) blocks cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup sour cream
For the Topping (Optional):
- Cinnamon sugar
- Glaze from cinnamon roll can OR cream cheese drizzle
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan and line the bottom with parchment if desired.
- Unroll cinnamon rolls and press into the pan to form a crust. Brush with melted butter. Par-bake for 8–10 minutes and let cool slightly.
- Mix brown sugar, cinnamon, honey, vanilla, and nuts (if using). Spread over cinnamon roll base while warm.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla and sour cream.
- Pour cheesecake batter over honeybun layer. Smooth the top and bake 40–50 minutes, until center is just set. A water tray on the rack below can prevent cracking.
- Cool at room temp for 1 hour, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Before serving, drizzle with cinnamon roll glaze or cream cheese frosting. Garnish with cinnamon or powdered sugar if desired.
Notes
Soften cream cheese fully before mixing. Don’t overmix batter. Chill thoroughly before slicing. Warm individual slices slightly for that gooey cinnamon roll feel!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: cinnamon roll cheesecake, honeybun cheesecake, layered dessert, brunch dessert