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5 from 14 votes

Cinnamon Bun Cheesecake

Cinnamon bun cheesecake has all the traditional rich and creamy cheesecake taste you love but with extra yum factor. Silky cheesecake combined with an actual cinnamon bun crust and with swirls of cinnamon bun throughout and a thick glaze on top.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8
Calories: 572kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 12.4 oz pkg refrigerated cinnamon rolls with frosting (8 ct)
  • 16 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/3 cup butter melted
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp cinnamon

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, vigorously whisk together the cream cheese and sugar until evenly combined and smooth.
  • Fold in the sour cream and vanilla, and continue stirring until the mixture's once again smooth.
  • Stir in the eggs, one at a time, mixing completely after each one. Set the cheesecake mixture aside.
  • In a separate small bowl, whisk together the butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon until smooth and then set it aside.
  • Use cooking spray to grease a 9" spring form pan. Open and seperate the cinnamon rolls. Lay them flat on the bottom of the pan and then press them all flat and out to cover the circumference of the pan.
  • Pour the cheesecake batter out over top of the cinnamon roll 'crust' and use a spatula to spread it out evenly. Drop spoonfuls of the cinnamon swirl out overtop the batter.
  • Use a butter knife to gently swirl the cinnamon butter mixture out and into the cheesecake batter.
  • Bake the cheesecake at 325 degrees for 30-35 minutes, or until the cheesecake is firm around the edges but still slightly jiggly in the middle.
  • Set the cheesecake away from all heat and allow it to cool completely.
  • Drizzle the cinnamon bun frosting evenly out over top of the cheesecake. Use it all!
  • Chill the cheesecake for an hour or two (at least) before serving.

Notes

  • Don't use low fat ingredients here. Full fat has a better flavor and texture.
  • Use your favorite brand of refrigerated, canned, store bought cinnamon rolls.
  • Make sure to use all the frosting on top! If you want to use some extra, grab a can of cream cheese frosting.

Nutrition

Calories: 572kcal | Carbohydrates: 53g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 38g | Saturated Fat: 21g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 133mg | Sodium: 581mg | Potassium: 140mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 38g | Vitamin A: 1161IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 110mg | Iron: 1mg