Description
A decadent dessert combining the flavors of cinnamon rolls and honey buns with a creamy cheesecake.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 24 oz (3 packages) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ cup melted butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 –3 tablespoons milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
- Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into a greased springform pan and bake for 10 minutes.
- Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, followed by sour cream and vanilla extract.
- Mix brown sugar, cinnamon, and butter into a paste for the cinnamon swirl.
- Pour half the cheesecake batter onto the crust, drizzle half the cinnamon swirl, and gently swirl with a knife. Repeat with remaining batter and swirl.
- Bake for 50–60 minutes until the center is set but slightly jiggly. Cool in the oven with the door cracked for 1 hour, then chill in the refrigerator for 4 hours or overnight.
- Combine powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla to make icing. Drizzle over the chilled cheesecake before serving.
Notes
- Ensure cream cheese is softened for a smooth batter.
- Do not overmix the cheesecake batter once eggs are added.
- Chilling the cheesecake thoroughly is crucial for proper setting.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American