Description
King’s Hawaiian Cheesecake Danish is a rich, creamy, and irresistibly sweet breakfast pastry that transforms soft King’s Hawaiian rolls into a bakery-style masterpiece. Featuring fluffy sweet rolls filled with luscious cheesecake filling and topped with a buttery vanilla glaze, this easy recipe combines the best elements of a cheesecake and a traditional Danish pastry in one unforgettable dish.
Ingredients
🥖 For the Danish
- 1 package (12-count) King’s Hawaiian Sweet Rolls
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
🍯 For the Butter Topping
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
🍰 For the Vanilla Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Toppings
- Fresh strawberries
- Blueberries
- Raspberry preserves
- Lemon zest
- Powdered sugar
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Baking Dish
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Place the King’s Hawaiian rolls into the dish while keeping them connected.
Using a small knife, carefully cut a shallow cavity into the top of each roll.
Do not cut all the way through.
Step 2: Prepare the Cheesecake Filling
In a medium bowl, beat together:
- Cream cheese
- Sugar
- Egg
- Vanilla extract
Mix until smooth and creamy.
Transfer the filling to a piping bag or spoon.
Fill each cavity in the rolls generously.
Step 3: Prepare the Butter Topping
In a small bowl, mix:
- Melted butter
- Brown sugar
- Cinnamon
Brush the mixture over the tops of the rolls.
This creates a golden, flavorful finish.
Step 4: Bake the Danish
Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until:
- The rolls are golden brown
- The cheesecake filling is set
Remove from the oven.
Allow to cool slightly.
Step 5: Add the Glaze
Whisk together:
- Powdered sugar
- Milk
- Vanilla extract
Drizzle over the warm danish.
Add any desired toppings.
Serve warm.
Notes
- Use room-temperature cream cheese.
- Do not overfill the rolls.
- Allow the danish to cool slightly before glazing.
- Full-fat cream cheese provides the best texture.
- Watch carefully during the final minutes of baking.
- Serve warm for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 320
- Sodium: 220mg
- Protein: 6g