Danish Rolls

Delight your taste buds with these irresistible homemade Danish Rolls, a perfect fusion of flaky pastry and rich, gooey filling. This recipe combines tender, buttery dough with a luscious cream cheese layer and a warm cinnamon-sugar swirl, creating a melt-in-your-mouth treat that pairs wonderfully with your morning coffee or as a decadent dessert. Topped with a silky vanilla glaze, these rolls are baked to golden perfection, offering the ultimate balance of sweetness and spice. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or trying your hand at homemade pastries for the first time, these Danish Rolls are surprisingly approachable, featuring a simple yeast dough and easy-to-follow steps. Ready in just over two hours, they’re perfect for brunch gatherings, special occasions, or a little self-indulgence any day of the week!

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:120 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:140 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
• 1.25 cups whole milk (warm)
• 2.25 teaspoons active dry yeast
• 2 pieces large eggs
• 0.5 cup light brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 4 ounces cream cheese (softened)
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons whole milk (for glaze)

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine warm milk and active dry yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.

Step 2

In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in the cold cubed butter using a pastry cutter or your hands until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 3

Add the yeast mixture and eggs to the dry ingredients. Mix until a sticky dough forms. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Step 4

Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.

Step 5

In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and cinnamon to make the filling.

Step 6

Punch down the risen dough and roll it out on a floured surface into a large rectangle, about 12x18 inches.

Step 7

Spread the softened cream cheese evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges. Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture on top.

Step 8

Starting from the long edge, tightly roll the dough into a log. Cut the log into 12 equal pieces and place them, cut side up, on a greased or parchment-lined baking sheet.

Step 9

Cover the rolls with a towel and let them rise for another 30 minutes.

Step 10

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the rolls for 18-20 minutes, or until golden brown.

Step 11

While the rolls bake, prepare the glaze by whisking together powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and 2 tablespoons of milk until smooth.

Step 12

Remove the rolls from the oven and let them cool slightly. Drizzle the glaze over the rolls before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1520.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5128.2

Total Fat 257.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 156.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 1047.2mg	0%
Sodium 3076.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 631.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.2g	0%
Total Sugars 252.2g
Protein 84.8g	0%

Vitamin D 250.2IU	0%
Calcium 782.0mg	0%
Iron 25.9mg	0%
Potassium 1559.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.7%

Protein: 6.5%

Carbs: 48.7%