This King’s Hawaiian Cheesecake Danish is a rich, sweet, and incredibly easy dessert made with soft Hawaiian sweet rolls filled with a creamy cheesecake mixture. Baked until golden and topped with a light glaze, these pastries are buttery, fluffy, and perfectly sweet.
They are perfect for breakfast, brunch, holiday gatherings, or dessert, and they only take about 30 minutes to make.
Ingredients
For the Danish
- 1 package King’s Hawaiian sweet rolls (12 rolls)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Butter Topping
- 3 tablespoons butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
For the Glaze
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract