These Apple Cinnamon Rolls are a delightful twist on the classic cinnamon roll. Made with a soft, pillowy dough filled with a cinnamon sugar apple filling, and finished with a luscious cream cheese frosting, these rolls are perfect for any occasion. The combination of buttery dough, tender apples, and sweet frosting makes every bite irresistible.
Preparation Time:
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Rising Time: 1.5 – 2.5 hours
Total Time: 3.5 – 4 hours
Ingredients (1x Recipe)
Dough:
4 ½ cups (580 g) bread flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 large egg, room temperature
⅓ cup (70 g) unsalted butter, melted
2 tablespoons (40 g) honey
1 cup (250 ml) whole milk, warm
1 tablespoon (11 g) instant dry yeast
Zest of 1 orange (optional but highly recommended)
Apple Filling:
4 Gala or Granny Smith apples, cut into small cubes (about 4 cups)
2 tablespoons (30 g) unsalted butter
Cinnamon Sugar:
⅓ cup (75 g) unsalted butter, softened for spreading
⅓ cup (60 g) granulated sugar
⅓ cup (60 g) brown sugar
1 tablespoon cinnamon powder
Cream Cheese Frosting:
4 oz (110 g) full-fat cream cheese, room temperature
2 tablespoons (30 g) unsalted butter, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ½ cups (180 g) powdered sugar, sifted
Other:
Some melted butter, for brushing the rolls before baking
Directions
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