Description
This King’s Hawaiian Cheesecake Danish recipe features soft, sweet King’s Hawaiian rolls topped with a rich, creamy cheesecake filling. Baked to golden perfection and drizzled with a light powdered sugar glaze, these Danishes are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a delightful snack alongside coffee or tea.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 pack (12 rolls) King’s Hawaiian Sweet Rolls
- 8 oz (1 block) cream cheese, softened
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
Glaze
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tablespoons milk
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking tray with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Prepare Filling: In a bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, egg yolk, and optional lemon zest until the mixture is smooth and fluffy, creating a rich cheesecake filling.
- Prepare Rolls: Place the King’s Hawaiian rolls on the lined baking tray. Using your fingers or the back of a spoon, gently press an indentation into the center of each roll, being careful not to tear the dough.
- Fill Rolls: Spoon or pipe the cream cheese filling evenly into each hollowed-out center of the rolls. Smooth the tops of the filling for a neat appearance.
- Bake: Bake the filled rolls for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the rolls are lightly golden and the cheesecake filling is just set.
- Prepare Glaze: Allow the Danishes to cool for 5 minutes. In a small bowl, mix powdered sugar with 1 to 2 tablespoons of milk until smooth to create a light glaze.
- Glaze and Serve: Drizzle the glaze over the warm Danishes. Serve warm or at room temperature, perfect to enjoy with coffee, tea, or a glass of milk.
Notes
- For a citrusy twist, add the optional lemon zest to the filling mixture.
- Do not overfill the rolls to prevent spillage during baking.
- Ensure the cream cheese is softened to achieve a smooth filling.
- Let the Danishes cool slightly before glazing to prevent the glaze from melting too much.
- These Danishes are best enjoyed the same day but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
