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Hawaiian Cheesecake Danish

Decadent Hawaiian Cheesecake Danish You'll Love to Share

This Hawaiian Cheesecake Danish combines fluffy rolls with creamy filling and vibrant toppings, making it a delicious and impressive dessert.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Hawaiian
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Danish Base
  • 1 package King Hawaiian Rolls or similar sweet bread rolls
  • 16 oz Cream Cheese softened, can substitute with mascarpone
  • 1/2 cup Sugar or sugar alternative for low-calorie
  • 2 large Eggs or 2 flax eggs for vegan option
  • 1 tbsp Vanilla Extract or almond extract
For the Topping
  • 2 cups Fresh or Canned Fruits such as berries, peaches
For the Optional Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar mix with milk to desired consistency

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) while you arrange the King Hawaiian rolls in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a mixing bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth, about 3 minutes.
  3. Carefully cut the King Hawaiian rolls in half horizontally, spoon the cream cheese mixture into each roll, and close them.
  4. Place the dish in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
  5. Once golden, cool for about 10 minutes. If glazing, mix powdered sugar with a splash of milk and drizzle over rolls.
  6. Top with an array of fresh or canned fruits.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh fruits whenever possible for the topping for enhanced flavor and presentation. Room temperature cream cheese helps achieve a smoother filling.

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