Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake Sliders
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These Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake Sliders are one of those easy recipes that feel way more fun than the effort it takes. Soft sweet rolls are filled with a creamy cheesecake center, topped with cinnamon sugar butter, baked until golden, and finished with a simple glaze.
They’re perfect for brunch, holidays, sleepovers, or anytime you want something sweet without making homemade cinnamon roll dough. You still get that warm cinnamon roll flavor, but with a creamy cheesecake filling tucked right inside.
Why You’ll Love Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake Sliders
- These are quick to make, easy to serve, and feel like a bakery-style treat without needing to make dough from scratch.
- The cheesecake filling makes them extra creamy, while the cinnamon sugar butter gives them that classic cinnamon roll flavor. The glaze on top pulls everything together and makes them feel like a sweet breakfast, brunch, or dessert.
- They’re also great for sharing because you can make 6 large sliders or 12 smaller sweet rolls depending on what you’re serving.
Ingredients Needed To Make Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake Sliders
- Sweet Slider Buns: Use 6 large sweet slider buns or 12 smaller sweet rolls. Hawaiian-style rolls work well because they are soft, slightly sweet, and easy to hollow out.
- Butter: You’ll use butter for greasing the pan and melted butter for the cinnamon sugar topping. Buttering the bottom of the pan helps keep the sliders from sticking and adds extra flavor.
- Cream Cheese: Softened cream cheese creates the creamy cheesecake filling. Let it sit at room temperature before mixing so the filling turns smooth.
- Powdered Sugar: Powdered sugar sweetens the cheesecake filling and is also used for the glaze.
- Egg Yolk: The egg yolk helps the cheesecake filling set as the sliders bake.
- Brown Sugar: Brown sugar gives the topping that warm, caramel-like cinnamon roll flavor.
- Ground Cinnamon: This is what gives the sliders their classic cinnamon roll taste.
- Milk: A little milk thins the powdered sugar into a simple glaze that can be drizzled over the warm sliders.
How To Make Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake Sliders
- Start by preheating the oven and buttering the bottom of your baking dish.
- Next, cut out the center of each slider bun. Be careful not to cut all the way through the bottom. You want enough space to hold the cheesecake filling, but the bottom needs to stay intact.
- Mix the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and egg yolk until smooth. Spoon the cheesecake filling into the center of each roll, then place the filled sliders in the prepared baking dish.
- In another bowl, mix the melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon until combined. Spoon or drizzle that mixture over the tops of the filled sliders.
- Bake until the edges are golden and the filling is set. Let them rest for a few minutes, then whisk together the powdered sugar and milk for the glaze. Drizzle the glaze over the warm sliders and serve.
Tips For The Best Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake Sliders
- Do not cut all the way through the buns when hollowing them out. The bottom needs to hold the cheesecake filling.
- Use softened cream cheese so the filling mixes smoothly.
- Butter the bottom of the pan before adding the sliders so they do not stick.
- Start with less milk when making the glaze. You can always add more, but once it gets too thin, the glaze will run right off.
- Serve these warm for the best texture.
Storage Instructions
- Store leftover Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake Sliders in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat briefly in the microwave before serving. Since these have a cream cheese filling, they should not sit out for long periods of time.
Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake Sliders
Soft sweet roll sliders filled with creamy cheesecake, topped with cinnamon sugar butter, baked until golden, and finished with a simple powdered sugar glaze.
Equipment
- 9×11-inch baking dish
- Spoon or Spatula
- Knife
Ingredients
For The Sliders
- 6 large sweet slider buns (or 12 smaller sweet rolls)
- Butter, for greasing the bottom of the pan
- 8 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 egg yolk
For the Cinnamon Sugar Topping
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
For the Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 3/4 tsp milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Butter the bottom of a 9×11-inch baking dish.
- Cut out the center of each slider bun, being careful not to cut all the way through the bottom.
- In a mixing bowl, stir together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and egg yolk until smooth and creamy.
- Spoon the cream cheese mixture into the center of each slider bun.
- Place the filled slider buns into the prepared baking dish.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon until fully combined.
- Spoon or drizzle the cinnamon sugar topping over the filled sliders.
- Bake for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the sliders are golden brown around the edges and the filling is set.
- Remove the sliders from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and milk until smooth. Start with 3 teaspoons of milk and add another teaspoon if needed to thin the glaze.
- Drizzle the glaze over the warm sliders and serve.
Notes
- Use large slider buns for bigger individual servings or smaller sweet rolls for bite-size brunch pieces.
- Do not cut all the way through the buns when hollowing them out. You want a little base at the bottom to hold the cheesecake filling.
- The glaze should be thick but pourable. Add the milk slowly so it does not get too thin.
- These are best served warm after baking.
- Leftovers should be stored in the refrigerator because of the cream cheese filling. Reheat briefly before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 370kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 6gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 268mgPotassium: 73mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 23gVitamin A: 785IUVitamin C: 0.01mgCalcium: 56mgIron: 0.2mg
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use Hawaiian rolls?
Hawaiian-style sweet rolls work really well for this recipe because they are soft, slightly sweet, and easy to fill.
Can I make these ahead of time?
You can mix the cheesecake filling and cinnamon sugar topping ahead of time, but it is best to assemble and bake the sliders closer to serving.
Do these need to be refrigerated?
Leftovers should be refrigerated because the sliders have a cream cheese filling
Can I use regular slider buns?
Regular slider buns can work, but sweet rolls give the best flavor and texture.
Can I add icing on top?
The powdered sugar glaze is perfect on top, but cream cheese icing also works if you want them extra rich.
