Description
Indulgent King’s Hawaiian Cheesecake Danishes combine the soft, sweet delight of King’s Hawaiian Sweet Rolls with a creamy, luscious cheesecake filling. Perfectly spiced with cinnamon sugar and topped with a buttery glaze, these danishes are an irresistible treat for breakfast or dessert.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 package King’s Hawaiian Sweet Rolls (12 count)
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 egg yolk
- 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). Lightly grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Rolls: Carefully slice each King’s Hawaiian Sweet Roll in half, making sure not to cut all the way through, creating a pocket to hold the filling.
- Make Filling: In a medium bowl, mix together softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and egg yolk until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
- Fill Rolls: Spoon or pipe the cream cheese mixture into the pocket of each sweet roll, filling them evenly but without overflow.
- Arrange on Sheet: Place the filled rolls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them so they do not touch during baking.
- Add Toppings: Brush the tops of the rolls with melted butter, then sprinkle evenly with the cinnamon sugar mixture for a sweet and spicy crust.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the rolls turn golden brown and the cheesecake filling is set and slightly firm.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the danishes to cool slightly on the baking sheet before transferring them to a serving platter. Finally, dust them lightly with powdered sugar to add an elegant touch before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese is softened to make mixing easier and to achieve a smooth filling.
- Do not slice the rolls completely through; a pocket is necessary to hold the cheesecake filling.
- Adjust cinnamon sugar quantity to taste if you prefer more or less spice and sweetness on top.
- For best results, serve these danishes warm or at room temperature.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and reheat gently before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
