Description
This King’s Hawaiian Cheesecake Danish recipe transforms soft, sweet Hawaiian rolls into delicious, creamy-filled pastries perfect for breakfast or dessert. Filled with a smooth cream cheese mixture and finished with a cinnamon sugar topping, these danishes are easy to prepare and baked to golden perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
Rolls
- 1 package King’s Hawaiian Sweet Rolls (12 count)
Cream Cheese Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 egg yolk
Topping
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons cinnamon sugar (1 1/2 tablespoons sugar mixed with 1/2 tablespoon cinnamon)
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or lightly greasing it to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Rolls: Carefully slice each King’s Hawaiian Sweet Roll in half horizontally, making sure not to cut all the way through to create a pocket for the filling.
- Make Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and egg yolk. Mix until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Fill Rolls: Spoon the cream cheese mixture evenly into the pocket of each sliced roll, filling them generously but neatly.
- Add Topping: Place the filled rolls on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with melted butter, then sprinkle evenly with cinnamon sugar for a sweet and spiced finish.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the rolls are golden brown and the filling is set.
- Finish and Serve: Remove the danishes from the oven and allow them to cool slightly. Dust the tops with powdered sugar before serving for an elegant touch.
Notes
- Make sure the cream cheese is fully softened to ensure a smooth filling.
- Do not slice the rolls completely through to avoid losing the filling during baking.
- Use fresh cinnamon sugar for the best flavor impact; you can adjust sugar quantity based on your preference for sweetness.
- Serve warm or at room temperature for best taste.
- These danishes can be stored in an airtight container for 2-3 days and lightly reheated before serving.
