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Apple Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Frosting

Apple Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Frosting

  • Author: Nicole Lopez
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 12 rolls 1x

Description

Apple Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Frosting are the ultimate comfort food, combining sweet cinnamon and tart apples in fluffy rolls topped with a rich cream cheese frosting. Perfect for breakfast or brunch, these gooey treats will fill your kitchen with an irresistible aroma. Whether you’re enjoying them on a lazy Sunday morning or serving them at a special gathering, these rolls are bound to impress everyone.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) active dry yeast
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup warm milk (110°F)
  • ⅓ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 2 cups tart apples (like Granny Smith), peeled and diced
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine warm milk and sugar. Sprinkle yeast over the mixture and let it sit for about five minutes until foamy.
  2. Gradually add softened butter and flour to form a soft dough.
  3. Knead on a floured surface for about eight minutes until smooth.
  4. Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot for one hour or until doubled in size.
  5. While rising, mix diced apples with cinnamon and sugar in a separate bowl.
  6. Punch down the risen dough, roll it into a rectangle, spread with softened butter, evenly distribute the apple mixture, and roll tightly.
  7. Slice into two-inch pieces and place in a greased baking dish. Let rise for an additional 30 minutes.
  8. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 25 minutes or until golden brown.
  9. Prepare frosting by mixing cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth; drizzle over warm rolls before serving.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 roll
  • Calories: 330
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 240mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: - Substitute apples with pears or berries for variations. - Add nuts or raisins for extra texture. - You can prepare the rolls ahead of time; refrigerate before baking overnight.

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