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Boston Cream Hawaiian Rolls

Soft, creamy, chocolatey layers tucked inside buttery sweet rolls make this dessert feel like something straight from a bakery case. With a handful of easy ingredients and no complicated baking steps, these rolls come together in the most delightfully low-stress way.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 48 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 package King's Hawaiian sweet rolls
  • 1 box instant vanilla pudding 3.4 oz
  • 1 cup cold milk
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 1/2 cups whipped topping (Cool Whip)
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/3 cup heavy cream
  • powdered sugar for dusting

Method
 

  1. Bake the King's Hawaiian sweet rolls at 350°F for 5–7 minutes until lightly golden.
  2. Let the rolls cool completely.
  3. Whisk the instant vanilla pudding and cold milk together until thick.
  4. Beat in the softened cream cheese until smooth.
  5. Fold in the whipped topping until fully combined.
  6. Slice the rolls in half and spread the cream filling inside.
  7. Heat the heavy cream and pour it over the chocolate chips.
  8. Stir the chocolate mixture until glossy and smooth.
  9. Spoon the ganache heavily over the tops of the filled rolls.
  10. Dust lightly with powdered sugar.
  11. Chill the rolls for 20–30 minutes before serving.

Notes

Store leftover rolls covered in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Serve chilled with hot coffee, cold milk, or fresh fruit for an easy dessert spread.