Sweet Roll Cheesecake Danishes are a delightful indulgence! Flaky pastry filled with creamy cheesecake filling and topped with sweet glaze, offering a perfect balance of richness and sweetness in every bite.
Ingredients:
For the Cheesecake Filling:
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 large egg yolk
For the Sweet Roll Dough:
2 1/4 teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast
1/4 cup warm water (about 110°F)
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup milk, warmed
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
4 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
For the Glaze:
1 cup powdered sugar
2-3 tablespoons milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
Prepare the Cheesecake Filling:
In a mixing bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and egg yolk until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
Prepare the Sweet Roll Dough:
In a small bowl, dissolve the active dry yeast in warm water and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the granulated sugar, warmed milk, melted butter, salt, and eggs. Mix well.
Add the foamy yeast mixture to the bowl and stir to combine.
Gradually add the flour, stirring until a soft dough forms.
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes, or until smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Assemble the Danishes:
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 12 equal portions.
Roll each portion into a ball, then flatten it into a circle about 1/4 inch thick.
Place the flattened dough circles on a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving space between each one.
Use your fingers to create an indentation in the center of each dough circle, forming a well for the filling.
Spoon a dollop of the cheesecake filling into the center of each dough circle.
Bake:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Bake the cheesecake danishes in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the filling is set.
Remove from the oven and let the danishes cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Make the Glaze:
In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and pourable. Add more milk if needed to reach your desired consistency.
Glaze and Serve:
Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cheesecake danishes.
Allow the glaze to set for a few minutes before serving.
Enjoy your delicious sweet roll cheesecake danishes as a delightful treat!
These sweet roll cheesecake danishes are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet snack any time of day!
