Lemon Blueberry Hawaiian Roll Cream Cheese Danish Recipe
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Discover the ultimate tropical dessert that’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or snack time! Our Lemon Blueberry Hawaiian Roll Cream Cheese Danish is a delightful fusion of sweet blueberries, zesty lemons, and fluffy, sweet cream cheese. These Lemon Blueberry Hawaiian Roll Cream Cheese Danish are the perfect addition to your morning routine or special occasion brunch menu.
Oh, get ready to have your taste buds do a happy dance!
The Lemon Blueberry Hawaiian Roll Cream Cheese Danish is like a little slice of heaven that lands right on your breakfast plate.
I really love these soft, slightly sweet Hawaiian rolls filled to the brim with a creamy, tangy lemon cream cheese mixture, bursting with the juiciness of fresh blueberries.
And guess what? It’s so unbelievably easy to whip up!
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Why I Love This Recipe
I absolutely love this Lemon Blueberry Cream Cheese Danish recipe because it perfectly balances convenience and incredible flavor.
Using King’s Hawaiian Rolls as a base saves so much time and effort, allowing me to whip up a delightful treat even on busy mornings.
The combination of the tangy lemon and sweet blueberry pie filling with the creamy, decadent cheese center is simply irresistible.
It’s a real crowd-pleaser, making it ideal for breakfast gatherings or simply indulging in a quiet moment with a cup of coffee.
Ingredients & Substitutions
Here’s a quick rundown of the ingredients that make these Lemon Blueberry Cream Cheese Danishes so special, along with some easy substitutions in case you’re missing anything.
- King’s Hawaiian Rolls: These sweet, fluffy rolls are the perfect base for the danishes. If you can’t find them, feel free to use other sweet dinner rolls or even crescent roll dough for a different, yet equally delicious texture.
- Cream cheese: The creamy filling is what makes these danishes so indulgent. Make sure it’s softened for easy mixing. If you’re looking for an alternative, mascarpone cheese can work beautifully too.
- Powdered sugar: This sweetens the cream cheese mixture without making it gritty. Confectioners’ sugar or icing sugar are good substitutes.
- Lemons: I use both the juice and the zest in this recipe. Lemon juice adds a fresh, tangy kick to balance the sweetness. Freshly squeezed is always best, but bottled lemon juice will do in a pinch.
- Vanilla extract: A splash of vanilla adds depth and warmth to the cream cheese mixture. Vanilla bean paste or vanilla essence can also be used.
- Egg yolk: Helps bind the filling and makes it rich. You can substitute a tablespoon of Greek yogurt if you don’t want to use the egg yolk.
- Egg wash (whisk 1 egg white + 1 Tbsp water): Egg wash gives the danishes a beautiful golden finish. If you’re out of eggs, a milk wash (brushing with milk) can also do the trick.
- Granulated sugar: Sprinkled on top for a sweet, crunchy exterior. You can also use coarse sugar or turbinado sugar for a more pronounced crunch. Or omit this step all together.
- Blueberry pie filling: This brings the burst of fruity goodness to the danishes. Fresh blueberries tossed with a bit of sugar and cornstarch work just as well if you’d like to keep it fresh.
How to Make Lemon Blueberry Hawaiian Roll Cream Cheese Danishes
Here is a basic overview; the full Cream Cheese Swirl Lemon Bread recipe instructions are in the recipe card below.
- Mix up the filling – The first step in this easy recipe is to mix up the cream cheese filling for the danishes. I use a hand mixer to blend up the cream cheese with the other ingredients until it’s all fluffy and smooth.
- Cut out the inside of the rolls – Use a sharp, serrated knife to carve out the top of the Hawaiian rolls then pull out most of the fluffy bread on the inside. I try to make my well as large as possible so that I can fill it with lots of the filling.
- Brush on the egg wash – I use a small pastry brush to apply the egg wash to the top and sides of the Hawaiian rolls then sprinkle with granulated sugar for a little bit of crunch.
- Spoon the filling – Use a spoon or piping bag to add the cream cheese filling to the middle of each Hawaiian roll then spoon some blueberry pie filling on top.
- Bake and enjoy – Bake the danishes uncovered for 15 minutes until the rolls are golden brown and the filling is warmed through. I like to serve them warm, but they’re also delicious when served cold.
Who knew creating a bakery-quality breakfast at home could be this easy and fun?
It’s time to get those Hawaiian rolls out and start spreading joy, one cream cheese danish at a time!
Serving Suggestions
When it comes to serving these delightful Lemon Blueberry Cream Cheese Danishes, I like to keep things simple yet stylish.
I usually serve them warm, straight out of the oven, on a beautiful platter to showcase their golden-brown color and glossy glaze.
For a complete breakfast experience, I pair them with fresh fruit like strawberries and a pitcher of freshly squeezed orange juice.
If I’m hosting a more indulgent brunch, a pot of freshly brewed coffee or a virgin mimosa bar complements the danishes perfectly.
For an extra touch, a light dusting of powdered sugar or a few fresh lemon zest curls on top adds a decorative flourish that makes these danishes look as irresistible as they taste.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Absolutely! Fresh blueberries can be a fantastic alternative. Simply toss them with a little sugar and cornstarch to create a similar consistency and sweetness as the pie filling.
If King’s Hawaiian Rolls are unavailable, you can substitute with any sweet dinner rolls or even use baked and cooled crescent roll dough for a slightly different texture and flavor.
Yes, you can mix the cream cheese filling up to a day in advance. Just keep it refrigerated until you’re ready to assemble the danishes.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can enjoy them cold or reheat them (without the glaze) in the oven at 350 degrees F for about 5 minutes.
While fresh is best, you can freeze the baked danishes (without the glaze) by wrapping them tightly and placing them in a freezer-safe container. Thaw in the refrigerator and reheat in the oven before adding the glaze.
If you have other questions, let me know in the comments and I’ll get them added to the list.
I really hope you love these Lemon Blueberry Cream Cheese Danishes as much as we do.
Lemon Blueberry Cream Cheese Danishes
Ingredients
- 12 ct pkg King's Hawaiian Rolls
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 1 Tbsp lemon juice
- 1 lemon, zested
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 egg yolk
- egg wash, whisk 1 egg white + 1 Tbsp water
- 2 Tbsp granulated sugar
- ⅔ cup blueberry pie filling
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a medium bowl, mix together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and egg yolk until smooth.
- Cut out the inside of the slider buns. Brush the egg wash on the tops of the rolls then sprinkle with granulated sugar.
- Fill with the cream cheese mixture. Top with blueberry pie filling and bake for 15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts
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