Description
This King Hawaiian Cheesecake Danish is a delightful and easy-to-make dessert that combines the soft, sweet texture of King’s Hawaiian Sweet Rolls with a creamy cheesecake filling. Topped with a smooth vanilla glaze, fresh strawberries, and a drizzle of caramel sauce, this danish is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet treat anytime.
Ingredients
Scale
Rolls
- 1 package Kings Hawaiian Sweet Rolls (12 rolls)
Cheesecake Filling
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
Glaze
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Topping
- Fresh strawberries, sliced
- Caramel sauce for drizzling
Instructions
- Prepare the Rolls: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the danish.
- Slice the Rolls: Slice the King’s Hawaiian Sweet Rolls in half horizontally, but keep the bottom halves attached as one single layer to form the base.
- Place Bottom Layer: Grease a baking dish lightly and place the bottom layer of the rolls evenly inside it.
- Make the Cheesecake Filling: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and egg together until the mixture is smooth and creamy without lumps.
- Spread the Filling: Spread the prepared cheesecake filling evenly over the bottom layer of rolls in the baking dish.
- Add the Top Layer: Carefully place the top halves of the rolls over the cheesecake filling to cover it completely.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top layer is golden brown and the cheesecake filling has set.
- Cool Slightly: Remove the danish from the oven and allow it to cool slightly to make it easier to handle for glazing and serving.
- Prepare the Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth to create a light vanilla glaze.
- Drizzle the Glaze: Pour the glaze evenly over the top of the baked danish for a sweet finish.
- Garnish and Serve: Arrange fresh sliced strawberries on top and drizzle caramel sauce over everything for a beautiful and delicious presentation.
- Serve: Enjoy the danish warm or at room temperature for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- You can substitute fresh berries like blueberries or raspberries for strawberries according to preference.
- Allow the danish to cool a bit before slicing to avoid the cheesecake filling from spilling out.
- For a stronger caramel flavor, lightly warm the caramel sauce before drizzling.
- This danish is best enjoyed within 1-2 days when stored covered at room temperature or refrigerated.
