Caramel Apple Cinnamon Rolls: A Cozy Autumn Morning Treat
Fluffy yeast-risen rolls filled with a tart Granny Smith apple and rich caramel mixture, topped with a creamy glaze.
- Prep Time: 90 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours
- Yield: 12 rolls 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 cups bread flour
- 2.25 tsp active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm milk (110F)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 Granny Smith apples, finely diced
- 1 tbsp cinnamon
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp heavy cream
Instructions
- Activate yeast in warm milk until foamy.
- Mix flour, butter, and yeast into a smooth dough; knead until elastic.
- Let dough rise in a warm area for 1 hour until doubled.
- Sauté diced apples with brown sugar and cinnamon until syrupy.
- Roll dough into a rectangle, spread caramel and apple mixture, then roll into a log.
- Slice into 12 rolls and bake at 350F for 25-30 minutes.
- Apply icing while rolls are slightly warm.