Description
Kings Hawaiian Cheesecake brings together the sweet, tropical charm of Hawaiian rolls with a creamy, luscious cheesecake in a dessert that’ll make your taste buds dance. Grab those fluffy rolls, blend some cream cheese magic, and prepare for a delightful treat that connects comfort and creativity on your dessert plate.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 package King’s Hawaiian Original Rolls (12-count)
- 8 oz (226 g) cream cheese
- 1 egg
Sweeteners:
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
Supporting Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
- 3 tablespoons butter
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
Optional Glaze:
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tablespoons milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Heat the oven to precisely 350°F (175°C). Arrange parchment paper on a baking sheet for easy cleanup.
- Slice the entire King’s Hawaiian roll pack horizontally without separating individual rolls, creating a top and bottom layer. Your bottom layer will become the cheesecake base.
- Whip 8 oz softened cream cheese until completely smooth. Add ½ cup powdered sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 2 tablespoons heavy cream. Blend until your mixture looks creamy and uniform.
- Spread the cream cheese filling evenly across the bottom roll layer. Carefully replace the top roll layer to create a sandwich-style arrangement.
- Melt 3 tablespoons butter. Brush the entire roll surface generously with melted butter. Combine 2 tablespoons granulated sugar with ½ teaspoon cinnamon and sprinkle over the top.
- Whisk 1 egg and gently brush across the roll surface to ensure a beautiful golden color during baking.
- Place the assembled rolls in the preheated oven. Bake exactly 20 minutes until the top turns golden brown and the filling feels warm throughout.
- Mix ½ cup powdered sugar, 1–2 tablespoons milk, and ½ teaspoon vanilla extract into a smooth glaze. Adjust consistency by adding more liquid or sugar as needed.
- Remove rolls from oven and rest for 5 minutes. Drizzle with prepared glaze if desired. Serve immediately while warm and fragrant.
Notes
- Always use softened cream cheese at room temperature to ensure a smooth, lump-free filling that blends perfectly.
- Keep the rolls connected when slicing horizontally to maintain their structural integrity and make assembly easier.
- Brush the tops with egg wash sparingly to achieve a beautiful golden color without making the rolls too wet.
- For a lower-sugar version, substitute powdered monk fruit sweetener and use a sugar-free glaze alternative.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18-22 minutes
- Category: Cheesecakes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 253 kcal
- Sugar: 13 g
- Sodium: 219 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 52 mg