24 oz (3 blocks) cream cheese, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
3 large eggs, room temperature
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ cup sour cream
For the Honey Glaze:
Reserved cinnamon roll icing (from the can)
2 tbsp honey
1 tbsp milk (if needed for thinning)
(Optional toppings: chopped pecans, caramel drizzle, or extra cinnamon!)
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prep the Cinnamon Roll Swirl
Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
Unroll the cinnamon rolls and cut into small pieces. Set aside the icing.
In a bowl, toss pieces with melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
2. Make the Cheesecake Filling
Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla and sour cream.
3. Layer & Swirl
Press half of the cinnamon roll pieces into the pan’s bottom.
Pour cheesecake batter over the top.
Drop remaining cinnamon roll pieces onto the batter and swirl gently with a knife.
4. Bake & Cool
Bake for 45-55 mins until edges are set but center slightly jiggles.
Turn off oven, crack the door, and let cool inside for 1 hour (prevents cracks).
Chill in fridge for at least 4 hours (overnight best).
5. Add the Honey Glaze
Mix reserved icing with honey (add milk if too thick).
Drizzle over chilled cheesecake before serving.
Pro Tips for the Best Cheesecake
🔹 Room temperature ingredients – Prevents lumps.
🔹 Don’t overmix – Keeps texture creamy.
🔹 No peeking while baking! – Avoids cracks.
🔹 For extra flavor – Add a tsp of maple syrup to the glaze.
Variations & Swups
🍎 Apple cinnamon – Fold in diced apples.
🍫 Chocolate chip – Add mini chocolate chips to batter.
🥜 Praline crunch – Top with candied pecans.
☕ Coffee twist – Add 1 tsp espresso powder to filling.
FAQs
Q: Can I use homemade cinnamon roll dough?
A: Yes! Just skip the butter/sugar coating step if already flavored.
Q: How long does it last?
A: Up to 5 days refrigerated or 3 months frozen (without glaze).
Q: Can I make it without sour cream?
A: Substitute Greek yogurt or heavy cream.
Final Thoughts
This Cinnamon Roll Honeybun Cheesecake is the ultimate dessert mashup—soft, spiced, and luxuriously creamy. One slice won’t be enough!