King’s Hawaiian Cheesecake Danish 🍍🍰
Turn sweet King’s Hawaiian rolls into irresistible, creamy cheesecake pastries with this easy hack—perfect for brunch, dessert, or a sweet snack!
Ingredients (Makes 12)
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1 (12-count) package King’s Hawaiian Sweet Rolls (keep connected)
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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¼ cup granulated sugar
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1 egg yolk (reserve white for egg wash)
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½ cup pie filling (cherry, blueberry, or pineapple)
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Optional glaze: ½ cup powdered sugar + 1-2 tbsp milk
Instructions
1. Prep the Rolls
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Slice the entire sheet of rolls horizontally (like a giant sandwich), keeping the base intact. Place the bottom half in a baking dish.
2. Make the Cheesecake Filling
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Beat cream cheese, sugar, vanilla, and egg yolk until smooth.
3. Assemble
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Spread the cheesecake mixture over the bottom half of the rolls.
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Spoon pie filling evenly on top.
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Replace the top half of the rolls.
4. Bake & Glaze
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Brush the top with reserved egg white (for shine) and bake for 18-20 mins until golden.
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Drizzle with powdered sugar glaze while warm.
Tips
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Flavor boost: Add lemon zest to the filling or sprinkle with cinnamon sugar before baking.
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Serve warm with a scoop of ice cream for extra indulgence!
A fun, easy twist on classic cheesecake—sweet, creamy, and impossible to resist! 😍🍯