Description

Apple Pie Cinnamon Rolls are a delightful fusion of two beloved treats, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an indulgent snack. These rolls feature a soft, fluffy dough filled with a warm apple mixture and sweet cinnamon, creating a gooey, irresistible experience. The comforting flavors of apple pie make these rolls a family favorite that will keep everyone coming back for more. Whether enjoyed fresh out of the oven or paired with cream cheese frosting, they are sure to elevate any meal occasion.

Ingredients

Scale

500 g all-purpose flour
1½ tsp salt
2¼ tsp instant dry yeast
120 g sugar
240 ml lukewarm milk
60 g unsalted melted butter cooled to room temperature
1 egg at room temperature
½ tsp vanilla extract or essence
900 g apples (Pink Lady, Fuji, or Royal Gala)
60 g unsalted butter
170 g brown sugar
1 tbsp ground cinnamon
1 tbsp cornstarch
¼ tsp salt
2 tbsp water

Instructions

In a mixing bowl, combine flour, salt, and yeast. In another bowl, whisk together milk, melted butter, sugar, egg, and vanilla.
Blend wet ingredients into dry ingredients until a soft dough forms. Knead until smooth.
Let the dough rise in a greased bowl for about 30 minutes until doubled in size.
While rising, melt butter in a saucepan; add chopped apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, cornstarch, salt, and water until tender.
Roll out dough into a rectangle; spread apple filling evenly over it.
Roll tightly into a log shape and cut into 10 equal pieces. Place in a greased baking dish.
Bake at 180°C (350°F) for about 40 minutes until golden brown.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Breakfast & Brunch
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 320
Sugar: 20g
Sodium: 250mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 58g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: Use fresh apples for the best flavor. For an extra indulgence, top with cream cheese frosting or serve warm with vanilla ice cream.