Description
Apple Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Frosting are a delightful treat that combines the warmth of cinnamon and tender apples wrapped in soft, fluffy dough. Topped with a creamy frosting, these rolls create a comforting experience that’s perfect for breakfast or dessert. Whether enjoyed fresh from the oven or as leftovers, they bring joy to any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) active dry yeast
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup butter, melted
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 cups tart apples (e.g., Granny Smith), chopped
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Warm the milk to lukewarm and combine it with sugar and yeast in a bowl. Let it sit until frothy (about 5 minutes).
- Gradually mix in melted butter, salt, and flour until combined. Knead for about 8 minutes until smooth. Place in a greased bowl and let rise in a warm place for about an hour.
- While the dough rises, mix chopped apples with sugar and cinnamon.
- Roll out the dough into a rectangle on a floured surface. Spread softened butter over it and sprinkle the apple mixture evenly.
- Roll tightly into a log shape, slice into one-inch pieces, and place them in a greased baking dish. Let rise again for about 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake rolls for approximately 25 minutes until golden brown.
- For frosting, beat together cream cheese, powdered sugar, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth. Spread over warm rolls.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (70g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg