Description
Delight in the buttery sweetness of King’s Hawaiian Sweet Rolls transformed into a luscious Cheesecake Danish. This easy-to-make recipe combines the soft, fluffy rolls with a creamy, vanilla-infused cheesecake filling, all topped with a cinnamon sugar glaze and a light dusting of powdered sugar. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet treat any time of day.
Ingredients
Scale
Rolls
- 1 package King’s Hawaiian Sweet Rolls (12 count)
Cheesecake Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 egg yolk
Topping
- 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 and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line or lightly grease a baking sheet to ensure the danishes don’t stick during baking.
- Slice Rolls to Create Pockets: Carefully slice each King’s Hawaiian Sweet Roll in half horizontally, but don’t cut all the way through—create a pocket for the filling.
- Make the Cheesecake Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and egg yolk. Mix until the filling is smooth and creamy without any lumps.
- Fill the Rolls: Spoon the cream cheese mixture generously into the pocket of each sweet roll, ensuring an even distribution of filling.
- Prepare for Baking: Place the filled rolls on the prepared baking sheet. Then, brush the tops with melted butter to promote browning and sprinkle each with the cinnamon sugar mixture for a sweet, aromatic crust.
- Bake Until Golden: Bake the filled rolls in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the tops are golden brown and the filling is set.
- Finish with Powdered Sugar: Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Dust the danishes lightly with powdered sugar before serving for an extra touch of sweetness and attractive presentation.
Notes
- Use room temperature cream cheese to ensure a smooth filling without lumps.
- Do not slice rolls completely through; leaving them connected helps contain the filling during baking.
- The cinnamon sugar topping can be adjusted to taste by varying the ratio of cinnamon to sugar.
- For a more indulgent twist, drizzle with a simple glaze made of powdered sugar and milk.
- Best served warm but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
