Description
Sweet danish pastries elevate Kings Hawaiian rolls into a dreamy dessert fusion. Cream cheese, caramel, and cinnamon swirl together, creating an irresistible treat you won’t be able to resist.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 package (12-count) Kings Hawaiian Sweet Rolls
- 8 ounces (225 grams) cream cheese, softened
Dairy and Sweet Components:
- ⅓ cup (65 grams) granulated sugar
- ½ cup (60 grams) powdered sugar
- 12 tablespoons milk or cream
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the baking workspace by heating the oven to a moderate temperature of 350°F (175°C) and preparing the baking dish with a light greasing or parchment paper lining.
- Carefully separate the King’s Hawaiian rolls, gently pulling them apart while maintaining their soft, pillowy texture.
- Create a smooth cheesecake filling by blending cream cheese with sugar until achieving a velvety, uniform consistency.
- Incorporate vanilla extract and egg into the cream cheese mixture, stirring gently to maintain a light and airy texture.
- Slice each roll horizontally, creating a gentle pocket for the cheesecake filling.
- Generously spoon the creamy cheesecake mixture into the center of each roll, ensuring an even distribution.
- Optional: Sprinkle fresh berries or fruit preserves on top of the filling for added flavor complexity.
- Arrange the filled rolls carefully in the prepared baking dish, allowing slight spacing between each danish.
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven, baking for approximately 15-20 minutes until the edges turn golden and the filling sets.
- Remove from the oven and allow the danishes to cool slightly, letting the filling stabilize and flavors meld together.
- Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with a light glaze for an elegant finishing touch before serving.
Notes
- Ensure Kings Hawaiian rolls are slightly stale for better texture absorption and crispier edges when baking.
- Transform this recipe into a gluten-free version by using gluten-free dinner rolls and checking cream cheese ingredients for gluten content.
- Experiment with different fruit fillings like blueberry, raspberry, or mixed berry compote to add vibrant flavor variations and personal touch.
- Consider adding a light sprinkle of powdered sugar or drizzle of vanilla glaze after baking to enhance visual appeal and sweetness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 16 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg