King’s Hawaiian Cheesecake Danish Recipe

King’s Hawaiian Cheesecake Danish is a delightful, easy-to-make pastry featuring sweet, fluffy Hawaiian rolls filled with a rich, creamy cheesecake filling.

Baked to golden perfection and topped with a drizzle of icing, this delicious treat is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.

Kitchen Equipment Needed

• Baking sheet
• Mixing bowls
• Electric mixer or whisk
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Piping bag or zip-top bag (optional)
• Knife

Ingredients Overview

• King’s Hawaiian Rolls: Soft and slightly sweet, perfect for a light and fluffy base.
• Cream Cheese Filling: A smooth, rich blend of cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla.
• Icing Drizzle: Adds a touch of sweetness and elegance.

Ingredients

For the Danish

• 1 package King’s Hawaiian Original Sweet Rolls (12-count)
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/3 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 egg yolk
• 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)

For the Icing Drizzle

• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1 tablespoon milk
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1: Prepare the Rolls

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Place the Hawaiian rolls on a baking sheet, keeping them connected.
3. Using a sharp knife, carefully create a small indent in the center of each roll without cutting all the way through.

Step 2: Make the Cheesecake Filling

1. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, sugar, vanilla extract, egg yolk, and lemon zest (if using) until smooth and creamy.

Step 3: Fill the Rolls

1. Spoon or pipe the cream cheese filling into the center of each roll indentation.
2. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the rolls are golden brown and the filling is set.

Step 4: Prepare the Icing

1. In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Step 5: Drizzle & Serve

1. Let the danishes cool slightly before drizzling with icing.
2. Serve warm and enjoy!

Prep Time

10 minutes

Cook Time

15 minutes

Total Time

25 minutes

Nutrition (per serving, ~12 servings)

• Calories: ~200
• Fat: ~9g
• Carbohydrates: ~24g
• Protein: ~3g

Expert Tips

• For Extra Flavor: Add a dollop of fruit preserves on top of the cream cheese filling before baking.
• Make-Ahead Friendly: Prepare the filling in advance and store in the fridge until ready to use.
• Crispier Finish: Brush rolls with melted butter before baking for a slightly crispier texture.

FAQs

Can I use store-bought icing?
Yes! Store-bought vanilla or cream cheese frosting works as an easy alternative.

How do I store leftovers?
Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat slightly before serving.

Can I freeze these danishes?
Yes! Freeze after baking, then thaw and reheat in the oven at 325°F for a few minutes.

Storing & Freezing

• Storing: Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Freezing: Freeze individually wrapped danishes for up to 2 months.

Substitutions & Variations

• Berry Danish: Add a spoonful of strawberry or raspberry jam before baking.
• Chocolate Lover’s Twist: Stir mini chocolate chips into the cream cheese filling.
• Nutty Crunch: Sprinkle crushed pecans or almonds on top before baking.

King’s Hawaiian Cheesecake Danish Recipe

King’s Hawaiian Cheesecake Danish is a delightful, easy-to-make pastry featuring sweet, fluffy Hawaiian rolls filled with a rich, creamy cheesecake filling.

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Equipment

• - Baking sheet
• Mixing bowls
• - Electric mixer or whisk
• Measuring cups and spoons
• - Piping bag or zip-top bag (optional)
• - Knife

Ingredients

  

• #### **For the Danish**
• - 1 package King’s Hawaiian Original Sweet Rolls 12-count
• - 8 oz cream cheese softened
• - 1/3 cup granulated sugar
• - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• - 1 egg yolk
• - 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest optional
• #### **For the Icing Drizzle**
• - 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• - 1 tablespoon milk
• - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

 

• #### **Step 1: Prepare the Rolls**
• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
• Place the Hawaiian rolls on a baking sheet, keeping them connected.
• Using a sharp knife, carefully create a small indent in the center of each roll without cutting all the way through.
• #### **Step 2: Make the Cheesecake Filling**
• In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, sugar, vanilla extract, egg yolk, and lemon zest (if using) until smooth and creamy.
• #### **Step 3: Fill the Rolls**
• Spoon or pipe the cream cheese filling into the center of each roll indentation.
• Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the rolls are golden brown and the filling is set.
• #### **Step 4: Prepare the Icing**
• In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
• #### **Step 5: Drizzle & Serve**
• Let the danishes cool slightly before drizzling with icing.
• Serve warm and enjoy!