Irresistible King Hawaiian Cheesecake Danish Recipe
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This Irresistible King Hawaiian Cheesecake Danish combines the soft, sweet King Hawaiian rolls with a creamy cheesecake filling and bright pineapple and strawberry toppings. Finished with a smooth vanilla glaze, it’s a perfect blend of flavors and textures ideal for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.
Total Time:45 minutes
Yield:8 servings
Ingredients
Danish:
1 package King Hawaiian sweet rolls
1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 can (8 oz) crushed pineapple, drained
1/2 cup strawberries, sliced
Glaze:
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1-2 tablespoons milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Prepare the Rolls: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Slice the King Hawaiian rolls in half horizontally to create a top and bottom layer. Place the bottom layer in a greased baking dish.
Make the Cheesecake Filling: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add the sugar, egg, and vanilla extract, and beat until well combined. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the bottom layer of the rolls.
Add the Toppings: Sprinkle the drained crushed pineapple evenly over the cream cheese layer. Then place the top layer of the rolls over the pineapple and cream cheese mixture.
Bake the Danish: Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is set. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly.
Prepare the Glaze: In a small bowl, mix the powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Adjust milk to achieve desired consistency for drizzling.
Garnish and Serve: Drizzle the glaze over the warm Danish. Top with sliced strawberries and any additional pineapple if desired. Cut into squares and serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
Softening Cream Cheese: Ensure the cream cheese is fully softened to mix smoothly without lumps for a creamy filling.
Draining Pineapple: Drain the pineapple thoroughly to prevent the Danish from becoming soggy.
Glazing: Apply the glaze while the Danish is still warm for a beautiful, glossy finish.
You can substitute fresh pineapple if canned is not available, but ensure it is chopped finely and well-drained.
This Danish is best enjoyed within a day or two to maintain freshness.
