Honey Bun Cheesecake Cinnamon Icing (Printable Version)

Creamy, cinnamon-rich cheesecake topped with honey bun icing and a hint of caramel, ideal for gatherings.

# What You'll Need:

→ Crust

01 - 180 grams (1 1/2 cups) graham cracker crumbs
02 - 67 grams (1/3 cup) granulated sugar
03 - 115 grams (1/2 cup) unsalted butter, melted

→ Filling

04 - 900 grams (four 225 g packages) cream cheese, softened
05 - 200 grams (1 cup) granulated sugar
06 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
07 - 4 large eggs
08 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

→ Topping

09 - 240 millilitres (1 cup) honey bun or cinnamon roll icing
10 - 60 grams (1/2 cup) crushed honey bun or cinnamon roll pieces (optional)
11 - Caramel sauce, for drizzling (optional)

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Preheat the oven to 160°C (325°F).
02 - In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until evenly moistened.
03 - Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of a 23 cm (9-inch) springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then allow to cool completely.
04 - In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
05 - Gradually add granulated sugar to the cream cheese, beating until fully blended.
06 - Mix in the vanilla extract, then add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition.
07 - Blend ground cinnamon into the filling until evenly distributed.
08 - Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust in the pan, smoothing the top.
09 - Bake for 60–70 minutes until the centre is just set and edges appear lightly golden.
10 - Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside with the door slightly ajar for 1 hour to prevent cracking.
11 - Remove from oven and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for optimal texture.
12 - Once chilled, drizzle honey bun icing over the cheesecake. Optionally, top with crushed honey bun pieces and an extra drizzle of caramel sauce before serving.

# Additional Notes:

01 - For best results, allow the cheesecake to chill overnight; this ensures a creamy consistency and well-developed flavour.
02 - Serve well chilled to highlight the balance of cinnamon, honey bun, and caramel notes.
03 - Leave the cheesecake in the oven with the door ajar after baking to help prevent surface cracks.

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