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King’s Hawaiian Cheesecake Danish – Sweet, Creamy & Irresistible


  • Author: Hannah

Ingredients

Scale

1 package (12-count) King’s Hawaiian Sweet Rolls

8 ounces cream cheese, softened

¼ cup granulated sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 large egg yolk

½ cup fruit preserves (strawberry, raspberry, or blueberry)

1 tablespoon melted butter

For the Glaze:

½ cup powdered sugar

1 tablespoon milk

½ teaspoon vanilla extract


Instructions

Prepare the Rolls: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Slice the King’s Hawaiian rolls in half horizontally, keeping them connected. Place the bottom half in a greased baking dish.

 

Make the Cheesecake Filling: In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese, sugar, vanilla extract, and egg yolk until smooth. Spread the mixture evenly over the bottom half of the rolls.

 

Assemble: Spoon fruit preserves over the cheesecake layer. Place the top half of the rolls back on. Brush with melted butter.

 

Bake: Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown.

 

Add the Glaze: Mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Drizzle over the warm danish.

 

Serve: Slice and enjoy warm.