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King’s Hawaiian Cheesecake Danish

King’s Hawaiian Cheesecake Danish
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The King’s Hawaiian Cheesecake Danish is a delicious blend of soft, fluffy King’s Hawaiian sweet bread layered with a rich, creamy cheesecake filling. This indulgent pastry offers an irresistible combination of textures and flavors, perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a satisfying snack. Easy to prepare and visually stunning with swirls and layers, it delivers bakery-quality results at home.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • King’s Hawaiian Sweet Bread (thick slices)
  • Cream Cheese (softened)
  • Sugar
  • Vanilla Extract
  • Egg
  • Lemon Zest (optional)
  • Powdered Sugar (for glaze)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cream Cheese Filling: Beat the softened cream cheese with sugar, egg, vanilla extract, and lemon zest if using until smooth and creamy. This mixture will be the luscious center of your danish.
  2. Slice and Layer the Bread: Slice the King’s Hawaiian Sweet Bread into thick pieces. Carefully create pockets or slices in each piece to hold the filling without cutting all the way through.
  3. Fill the Bread: Generously spoon or pipe the cheesecake filling into the pockets of bread, ensuring each piece is filled evenly for balanced flavor in every bite.
  4. Bake to Perfection: Place the filled bread on a baking tray and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) until the bread is golden and the filling is set but still soft—a perfect harmony of textures. (Approximately 20-25 minutes)
  5. Add the Finishing Touches: Once baked and slightly cooled, drizzle a powdered sugar glaze over the top for sweetness and shine, enhancing both appearance and flavor.

Notes

  • Softening Cream Cheese: Always use room temperature cream cheese for a smoother, lump-free filling.
  • Don’t Overfill: Fill the bread just enough to keep the filling from spilling over during baking.
  • Use a Cooling Rack: Cool the baked danish on a wire rack to prevent sogginess on the bottom.
  • Customize Sweetness: Adjust sugar levels in the filling to suit your personal taste or dietary needs.
  • Glaze Consistency: Add milk to powdered sugar glaze slowly to achieve the perfect, easy-to-drizzle texture.

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Keywords: King’s Hawaiian, Cheesecake Danish, Dessert, Breakfast, Sweet Bread, Cheesecake Filling, Easy Pastry

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