King’s Hawaiian Cheesecake Danish Recipe
Indulge in the luscious and soft King’s Hawaiian Cheesecake Danish, featuring sweet King’s Hawaiian rolls filled with a creamy cheesecake mixture and optionally topped with a delicate vanilla glaze. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a delightful dessert treat that combines fluffy rolls with rich cream cheese filling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Total Time: 30-35 minutes
- Yield: 12 Danish pastries 1x
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Cheesecake Filling
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 egg yolk
- 1/4 cup sour cream (optional, for extra creaminess)
Main
- 1 package (12 pieces) King’s Hawaiian Sweet Rolls
Glaze (Optional)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tsp milk
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking pan by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Prepare the Filling: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Then add the granulated sugar, vanilla extract, egg yolk, and optional sour cream. Mix thoroughly until the filling is smooth, rich, and creamy.
- Slice the Rolls: Carefully slice each King’s Hawaiian sweet roll in half horizontally, creating a top and bottom half for each roll.
- Fill the Rolls: Spread a generous amount of the cheesecake filling evenly on the bottom half of each roll. Place the top half back onto the filled bottoms gently pressing down to secure the filling inside.
- Arrange and Bake: Arrange all the filled rolls snugly in the prepared baking pan. Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes until the cheesecake filling is set and the rolls are lightly golden on top.
- Prepare the Glaze (Optional): While the danishes bake, mix the powdered sugar, milk (start with 1 teaspoon and add more if needed), and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth and pourable. Adjust consistency with milk as necessary.
- Glaze and Serve: Once baked, remove the danishes from the oven and while still warm, drizzle the vanilla glaze generously over the top. Serve warm or at room temperature for a perfectly sweet and creamy treat enjoyed any time of the day.
Notes
- You can omit the sour cream in the filling for a slightly lighter texture.
- The glaze is optional but adds a nice finishing touch of sweetness and flavor.
- Ensure the cream cheese is fully softened for a smooth filling without lumps.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
- Reheat briefly before serving to enjoy the best cream cheese texture and soft rolls.
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