Apple Cinnamon Rolls
Apple cinnamon rolls are a delightful blend of fluffy dough, tender apples, and warm cinnamon, all drizzled with creamy icing. Perfect for brunch or a cozy breakfast, these rolls create an inviting aroma that fills your kitchen and warms your heart. Whether enjoyed on lazy Sundays or festive gatherings, each bite offers a comforting sweetness that’s hard to resist.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup warm milk (110°F)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 medium tart apples (peeled and diced)
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit until frothy.
- In another bowl, mix flour and salt; add melted butter and the yeast mixture to form a sticky dough.
- Transfer to a floured surface and knead for about 8 minutes until smooth.
- Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for about an hour until doubled in size.
- Peel and dice apples. Mix sugar and cinnamon in a bowl.
- Punch down risen dough and roll into a rectangle on a floured surface. Spread softened butter over it and sprinkle with the apple-cinnamon mixture.
- Roll the dough into a log shape, slice into equal pieces using dental floss or a sharp knife.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Arrange rolls in a greased baking dish; let rise for another 30 minutes before baking for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Whisk powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and enough milk for drizzling consistency; drizzle over warm rolls.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (75g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg