Description

Indulge in the deliciousness of this King’s Hawaiian Cheesecake Danish, featuring a sweet and creamy cheesecake filling nestled within the iconic King’s Hawaiian sweet rolls. Perfect for brunch or dessert, this easy-to-make pastry is sure to impress.

Ingredients

King’s Hawaiian Cheesecake Danish:

1 package (12 rolls) King’s Hawaiian sweet rolls
8 oz cream cheese (softened)
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 large egg yolk
1/4 cup sour cream
1/2 cup fruit preserves or pie filling (strawberry, cherry, or blueberry work well)
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1–2 teaspoons milk

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Instructions

Preheat oven and prepare the rolls: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Slice the entire package of Hawaiian rolls in half horizontally without separating them. Place the bottom half on the baking sheet.
Prepare the cheesecake mixture: In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese, granulated sugar, vanilla, egg yolk, and sour cream until smooth. Spread this mixture over the bottom half of the rolls.
Add fruit filling: Top the cheesecake layer with fruit preserves or pie filling.
Assemble and bake: Place the top half of the rolls over the filling and press down gently. Bake for 18–22 minutes until golden and set.
Make the glaze and serve: While the danish cools, mix powdered sugar and milk to create a glaze. Drizzle over the danish before slicing and serving.

Notes

Experiment with different fruit fillings for variety.
Best served warm but can be refrigerated and reheated.