🌞🧀🍞 King’s Hawaiian Cheesecake Danish
A Buttery, Sweet, and Creamy Delight
If you’re craving something quick, rich, and soul-warming, this King’s Hawaiian Cheesecake Danish hits every note. Made with soft, sweet rolls, filled with a smooth vanilla cheesecake center, and topped with buttery cinnamon sugar — it’s comfort food that feels elegant but is incredibly easy to make.
Perfect for brunches, potlucks, holidays, or an indulgent weekend breakfast, this danish-style bake takes humble ingredients and turns them into something unforgettable.
📋 Ingredients:
1 package King’s Hawaiian Sweet Rolls (12-count)
8 oz cream cheese, softened
¼ cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 egg yolk
¼ cup butter, melted
2 tablespoons cinnamon sugar (1½ tbsp sugar + ½ tbsp cinnamon)
Powdered sugar, for dusting
🔧 Instructions:
Step 1: Preheat Oven
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease or line a baking dish with parchment paper.
Step 2: Make the Cheesecake Filling
In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, sugar, vanilla, and egg yolk. Beat until smooth and creamy.
Step 3: Prepare the Rolls
Keep the rolls intact as one whole piece.
Slice the rolls horizontally (like a cake), separating the top and bottom halves.
Place the bottom half in the baking dish.
Step 4: Assemble the Danish
Spread the cream cheese filling evenly over the bottom layer of rolls.
Replace the top layer of rolls.
Brush the tops generously with melted butter.
Sprinkle evenly with cinnamon sugar.
Step 5: Bake
Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
Step 6: Finish
Let cool for 5–10 minutes. Dust with powdered sugar before serving. Enjoy warm!
🍓 Optional Add-Ins & Variations:
Add a layer of berry or peach jam beneath the cheesecake filling.
Mix in lemon zest or a hint of almond extract for a flavor twist.
Top with toasted nuts or a cream cheese glaze for extra decadence.
📦 Storage:
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Reheat slices in the microwave for 15–20 seconds or in a 300°F oven for 5–7 minutes.