Description
Apple Cinnamon Rolls are the ultimate comfort treat, blending warm, gooey dough with sweet apples and a hint of cinnamon. Topped with a creamy glaze, these rolls are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or any cozy gathering. Whether you’re an experienced baker or a novice, this easy recipe will fill your kitchen with irresistible aromas and delight your taste buds. Get ready to experience the joy of homemade Apple Cinnamon Rolls that create cherished memories around the table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) active dry yeast
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup whole milk, warmed
- ⅓ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 2 cups tart apples (like Granny Smith), chopped
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Warm the milk until lukewarm and sprinkle yeast over it. Let sit for about 5 minutes until foamy.
- In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, and salt. Combine with the yeast mixture.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8 minutes until smooth. Place in a greased bowl and let rise for about 1 hour until doubled.
- Prepare the filling by mixing softened butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and chopped apples in a separate bowl.
- Roll out the risen dough into a rectangle (¼ inch thick). Spread apple filling evenly on top.
- Roll tightly into a log shape and slice into equal pieces (12–15). Place in a greased baking dish and let rise for another 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake rolls for about 25–30 minutes until golden brown.
- For the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and enough milk for desired consistency; drizzle over warm rolls.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (80g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg