Description
King Hawaiian Cheesecake Danish is a delightful fusion of creamy cheesecake and sweet pineapple enveloped in flaky puff pastry. Perfect for brunch or dessert, this treat will transport you to tropical paradise with every bite. Its combination of textures and flavors makes it an instant favorite among family and friends. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, this Danish is bound to impress at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup pineapple chunks (drained if canned)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface until about 1/4 inch thick. Cut into rectangles.
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, granulated sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and sour cream until smooth.
- Place a spoonful of filling in the center of each pastry rectangle and top with pineapple chunks.
- Fold over edges to seal and brush with egg wash for shine.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Danish (80g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg