Kings Hawaiian Cheesecake Danish
The Kings Hawaiian Cheesecake Danish is a soft, fluffy pastry combining Kings Hawaiian rolls with a rich, creamy cheesecake filling. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a snack, this treat offers a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and buttery flavors, and is easy to prepare with simple ingredients. It can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature and customized with various toppings or dietary modifications.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Total Time: 30-40 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 danishes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free (with gluten-free roll substitution)
Ingredients
Base
- Kings Hawaiian Rolls – classic rolls, quantity as needed
Cheesecake Filling
- Cream Cheese – softened, 8 oz (1 package)
- Sugar – 1/4 cup
- Vanilla Extract – 1 tsp
- Egg – 1 large, at room temperature
- Lemon Juice (optional) – 1 tsp
Additional
- Butter – for greasing or serving, as needed
Instructions
- Prepare the Cheesecake Filling: Beat softened cream cheese, sugar, vanilla extract, egg, and optional lemon juice together in a bowl until smooth and creamy without lumps. Set aside.
- Slice and Hollow the Rolls: Slice each Kings Hawaiian roll in half horizontally. Gently hollow out some of the bread on the bottom half to create space for the filling.
- Fill Each Roll: Using a spoon or piping bag, generously fill the hollowed-out sections with the cheesecake mixture, spreading evenly for balanced flavor.
- Bake Until Golden: Place filled rolls on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes or until the filling is set and rolls are lightly golden.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly, letting flavors meld while maintaining a soft texture before serving.
Notes
- Ensure cream cheese and egg are at room temperature for easier blending and smoother filling.
- Do not overfill rolls to prevent spillover during baking.
- Watch baking time closely in the last 5 minutes to avoid drying or cracking.
- Customize filling flavors by adding cinnamon, citrus zest, or almond extract.
- Use fresh Kings Hawaiian rolls for best results; avoid stale bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 danish
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Kings Hawaiian, Cheesecake Danish, Pastry, Dessert, Breakfast Treat, Sweet Bread Dessert
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