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Cinnamon Roll Honeybun Cheesecake

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  • Author: Olivia
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Total Time: 5 hours 20 minutes (includes chilling)
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Cinnamon Roll Honeybun Cheesecake is a decadent mash-up of your favorite breakfast treat and classic cheesecake. Featuring a cinnamon roll crust, spiced cream cheese filling, and drizzles of honey and icing, this dreamy dessert delivers sweet, sticky indulgence in every slice. Keyword: Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake.


Ingredients

Base:

  • 1 package cinnamon roll dough (with icing)

Cheesecake Filling:

  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened

  • 1/2 cup sour cream

  • 1 cup granulated sugar

  • 3 large eggs

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour

  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Topping:

  • Reserved icing from cinnamon roll package

  • 1/4 cup honey

  • 1/4 cup melted butter


Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.

  2. Unroll the cinnamon roll dough and press it into the bottom of the pan, pinching seams to form a single layer. Reserve the icing.

  3. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sour cream and sugar; mix until creamy.

  4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each. Stir in vanilla extract.

  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Add to cream cheese mixture and stir until fully combined.

  6. Pour cheesecake batter over the cinnamon roll crust. Smooth the top with a spatula.

  7. Bake for 50–60 minutes, until the center is set and lightly golden.

  8. Let cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.

  9. Before serving, drizzle with reserved icing, honey, and melted butter.



Notes

  • For extra flair, top with chopped pecans or a dusting of cinnamon sugar.

  • This cheesecake pairs perfectly with a cup of coffee or chai latte.

  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.