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Apple Cinnamon Rolls

Indulgent Apple Cinnamon Rolls That Will Melt in Your Mouth

These Apple Cinnamon Rolls are soft, fluffy, and filled with tender spiced apples, topped with cream cheese frosting, perfect for any cozy gathering.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour Additional for dusting
  • ¼ cup Granulated Sugar Adjust for less sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons Active Dry Yeast Ensure freshness
  • 1 cup Milk Warm to 110-115°F for best results
  • ¼ cup Unsalted Butter (melted) Can substitute with oil for dairy-free
  • 1 whole Egg Replace with flax egg for vegan option
Apple Filling
  • 2 cups Apples (Honeycrisp, Gala, Fuji) Experiment with varieties
  • ½ cup Light Brown Sugar Can use dark for richer flavor
  • 1 tablespoon All-Purpose Flour (for filling) Thickens the filling
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter (for filling) Can use plant-based alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Adjust according to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg Optional
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Allspice Optional additional spice
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed is best
Frosting
  • 4 ounces Cream Cheese Vegan cream cheese can be used
  • ¼ cup Unsalted Butter (for frosting) Substitute with coconut oil for dairy-free
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Adjust for desired sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Pure extract recommended
  • to taste Milk (for frosting) Add gradually for smooth texture

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Rolling Pin
  • Baking Dish
  • Sharp knife

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the dough ingredients: flour, sugar, and salt. Set aside.
  2. Combine warm milk with yeast in a small bowl and let sit until frothy.
  3. Mix the yeast mixture into the flour blend, adding egg and melted butter, until a shaggy dough forms.
  4. Knead dough on floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  5. Place kneaded dough in greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 to 1.5 hours.
  6. Prepare filling by mixing diced apples with brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, and melted butter.
  7. Roll the risen dough into a rectangle about 12x18 inches.
  8. Spread the apple filling evenly over the rolled-out dough.
  9. Roll up the dough tightly into a log shape and slice into 12 equal pieces.
  10. Place the cut rolls in a greased baking dish and cover to rise for 30 to 45 minutes.
  11. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) while the rolls rise.
  12. Bake rolls for 25 to 30 minutes until golden brown and filling is bubbly.
  13. Let the rolls cool in the dish for about 10 minutes.
  14. Beat together cream cheese and butter for frosting, add sugar and vanilla, then adjust consistency with milk.
  15. Frost the warm rolls and serve them immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For optimal flavor, ensure your yeast is fresh and the milk is at the right temperature. Allow rolls to cool before frosting to prevent melting.

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