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King Hawaiian Cheesecake Danish


  • Author: platesdaily
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Description

King Hawaiian Cheesecake Danish is a tropical delight that combines the lusciousness of creamy cheesecake with the soft sweetness of King’s Hawaiian bread. This easy-to-make dessert is perfect for brunch, gatherings, or cozy nights in. Each bite melts in your mouth, leaving you craving more. With its visually stunning presentation and irresistible aroma, this danish is sure to impress your family and friends!


Ingredients

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  • 8 slices King’s Hawaiian Bread
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained)
  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
  2. In a mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese with granulated sugar until smooth. Add vanilla extract and eggs; mix well.
  3. Gently fold in pineapple chunks.
  4. Layer King’s Hawaiian bread slices in the baking dish and pour the cream cheese filling evenly over the bread.
  5. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and set in the center.
  6. Allow to cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar and serving warm.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Hawaiian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 150g)
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: Substitute ricotta cheese for a lighter filling. Add shredded coconut or chopped macadamia nuts for extra texture. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.