Description
Apple Cinnamon Rolls are a delightful treat that combines soft, fluffy dough with sweet, spiced apples, making them perfect for brunch or as a cozy snack. The warm aroma of cinnamon and baked apples fills your kitchen, inviting everyone to the table. With simple ingredients and easy steps, even novice bakers can create these mouthwatering rolls. Top them with a drizzle of icing for an irresistible finish!
Ingredients
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- 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm milk (110°F)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup softened butter (divided)
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 2 cups chopped tart apples (such as Granny Smith)
- ½ cup brown sugar
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine warm milk, yeast, and sugar; let sit until frothy (about 5 minutes).
- In another bowl, mix flour and salt; add melted butter and the yeast mixture to form soft dough.
- Knead on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes until smooth.
- Place in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot until doubled (about 1 hour).
- Prepare filling by mixing chopped apples with brown sugar and cinnamon.
- Roll out the dough into a rectangle, spread remaining butter, then layer apple mixture evenly.
- Roll tightly into a log shape and cut into rolls.
- Place in greased baking pans and let rise for another 30 minutes.
- Bake at 350°F for about 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Optional: Drizzle with icing made from powdered sugar and milk.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider adding nuts or experimenting with spices like nutmeg. Substitute apples with pears or add raisins for extra sweetness.