Description
Sweet southern sticky honeybun cheesecake blends classic dessert magic with creamy comfort. Rich layers of cinnamon, cream cheese, and caramel promise delightful indulgence you won’t want to miss.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheesecake Base Ingredients:
- 24 ounces (3 packages) cream cheese
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Cinnamon Swirl Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup melted butter
Crust and Topping Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Craft the foundation by mixing graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until the texture resembles damp sand. Press firmly into a greased 9-inch springform pan and bake at 325°F for 10 minutes. Allow the crust to cool completely.
- Whip cream cheese and granulated sugar until silky smooth. Incorporate eggs individually, ensuring thorough blending after each addition. Fold in sour cream and vanilla extract, creating a luxurious, velvety batter.
- Prepare the aromatic cinnamon swirl by whisking brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and melted butter until fully integrated and glossy.
- Gently cascade half the cheesecake batter over the cooled crust. Artfully drizzle half the cinnamon mixture across the surface. Use a knife to create delicate marbled patterns, ensuring subtle integration without overmixing.
- Transfer the pan to the preheated oven and bake for 50-60 minutes. The center should remain slightly wobbly but set. Turn off the oven, crack the door, and allow the cheesecake to rest for one hour, preventing potential surface cracks.
- Refrigerate the cheesecake for a minimum of 4 hours, preferably overnight, to achieve optimal texture and flavor development.
- Construct the finishing glaze by blending powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until perfectly smooth. Delicately drizzle over the chilled cheesecake moments before serving.
- Carefully release the cheesecake from the springform pan, transfer to a decorative platter, slice, and indulge in this decadent dessert.
Notes
- Select room temperature ingredients to ensure smooth, lump-free cheesecake batter and easier mixing.
- Avoid overmixing the batter after adding eggs to prevent incorporating too much air, which can cause cracking during baking.
- Use a water bath method for extra moisture and even baking, helping prevent surface cracks and maintaining a creamy texture.
- Customize the recipe by adding chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts to the cinnamon swirl for extra crunch and flavor depth.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 460 kcal
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 19 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg