Description
Start your morning with a burst of sweetness! Try our King’s Hawaiian Cheesecake Danish recipe, a perfect blend of fluffy rolls and creamy cheesecake that’s sure to delight. Ideal for breakfast or brunch gatherings!
Ingredients
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- 12 Hawaiian sweet rolls – Forms the base of the danish, providing a sweet, fluffy texture.
- 1/3 cup melted butter – Enhances flavor and helps achieve a golden-brown finish.
- 8 ounces cream cheese – The main filling, offering a creamy, tangy contrast.
- 1 large egg – Binds the filling, ensuring it sets upon baking.
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar – Adds sweetness to balance the tang of the cream cheese.
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar – Provides a deep, caramel-like sweetness.
- 1/2 tablespoon ground cinnamon – Infuses the dish with warm, spicy notes.
- 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg – Complements the cinnamon with its sweet spice.
Instructions
- Prepare the Baking Dish: Start by spreading 1 tablespoon of melted butter across the bottom of your baking dish. This prevents sticking and adds flavor.
- Prepare the Rolls: Place the Hawaiian sweet rolls in the dish. Make an X cut into each roll, about two-thirds deep.
- Mix the Topping: In a measuring cup, combine the remaining melted butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Mix well and drizzle evenly over the rolls.
- Make the Filling: In a bowl, mix the room-temperature cream cheese with granulated sugar until smooth. Add the beaten egg and mix until fully incorporated.
- Fill the Rolls: Using a piping bag or a modified zip-top bag, fill each roll with the cream cheese mixture through the cuts you made earlier.
- Bake: Place in an oven preheated to 375°F and bake for 12 to 15 minutes. The danishes are done when they reach an internal temperature of 145°F, which is safe for eggs.
Notes
- Make Ahead: Assemble the danishes a day in advance and refrigerate overnight for easy morning baking.
- Storing: Keep any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
