King’s Hawaiian Cheesecake Danish

1. Preheat the Oven:

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

2. Prepare the Danish Base:

• Arrange the rolls: Take the King’s Hawaiian Sweet Rolls and arrange them on the baking sheet, leaving space between each roll. If using a whole package, separate the rolls and place them in a 9×13-inch baking dish or similar size.
• Shape the rolls: Use a knife or your hands to gently press down in the center of each roll, creating a well or indentation for the cheesecake filling. You can slightly pull apart the rolls if you’d like more room for the filling.
• Brush with butter: Lightly brush the tops and sides of the rolls with the melted butter to add a golden, crispy texture.

3. Make the Cheesecake Filling:

• Beat the cream cheese: In a medium mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
• Add the sugar and vanilla: Mix in the granulated sugar and vanilla extract until combined.
• Incorporate the egg: Add the egg and beat until fully incorporated. If you prefer a thicker filling, mix in the flour.
• Add the sour cream (optional): For a creamier filling, mix in the sour cream.

4. Fill the Danish:

• Add the filling to each roll: Spoon a generous amount of the cheesecake filling into the indentation you created in each roll.

5. Bake:

• Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the rolls are golden brown and the cheesecake filling is set. The tops of the rolls should be slightly crispy and golden, while the cheesecake filling will be soft and creamy.

6. Prepare the Glaze:

• Make the glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and a tablespoon or two of milk until smooth and runny, but thick enough to drizzle.

7. Garnish:

• Glaze the Danish: Once the Danish is out of the oven and slightly cooled, drizzle the glaze over the top of each roll.
• Dust with powdered sugar (optional): For an extra touch of sweetness and elegance, dust with powdered sugar.

8. Serve:

• Serve warm for a gooey, comforting treat or let cool for a delicious breakfast or snack.

Tips & Variations:

• Fruit topping: Add fresh fruit like berries or sliced peaches on top of the cheesecake filling before baking for a fruity twist.
• Flavor variations: Try mixing in lemon zest or almond extract to the cheesecake filling for different flavor profiles.
• Make it a pull-apart version: For a more rustic look, bake the rolls together as a giant pull-apart Danish and drizzle the glaze all over the top.

This King’s Hawaiian Cheesecake Danish is a perfect blend of sweet, fluffy, and creamy, making it an unforgettable treat! Whether you’re serving it for a holiday breakfast or at a gathering, it’s sure to be a hit. Would you like more ideas for variations or other desserts using King’s Hawaiian rolls? 😊

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