Easy King’s Hawaiian Cheesecake Danish
This King's Hawaiian Cheesecake Danish is a sweet, creamy, and flaky dessert that combines the rich flavors of cheesecake with the soft, buttery King's Hawaiian rolls. Perfect for breakfast or dessert!
Ingredients
- - 1 package 12 rolls King's Hawaiian Sweet Rolls
- - 8 ounces 1 block cream cheese, softened
- - 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- - 1 egg yolk
- - 1/2 cup fruit preserves e.g., strawberry, raspberry, or apricot
- - Powdered sugar optional, for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease it lightly.
- Prepare the Rolls: Using a sharp knife, slice each King's Hawaiian roll in half horizontally (like a sandwich). Arrange the bottom halves on the prepared baking sheet.
- Make the Cream Cheese Filling: In a medium bowl, beat together the cream cheese, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and egg yolk until smooth and creamy.
- Assemble the Danish: Spread a generous tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture onto each roll bottom. Add a teaspoon of fruit preserves on top of the cream cheese mixture. Place the top halves of the rolls back on top to sandwich the filling.
- Bake: Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the rolls are lightly golden and the filling is warm.
- Cool: Let the danishes cool slightly before serving.
- Serve: Dust with powdered sugar if desired. Enjoy warm or at room temperature!
Notes
- Substitute the fruit preserves with your favorite jam flavor, or use Nutella for a chocolate twist.
- Serve warm for the best flavor and texture.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days; reheat before serving.