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Caramel Apple Cinnamon Rolls

Caramel Apple Cinnamon Rolls: Fall’s Cozy Sweet Treat

Delight in these Caramel Apple Cinnamon Rolls - a soft and sweet fall treat filled with gooey caramel apple goodness.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 34 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 14 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Caramel Apple Filling
  • 3 cups Honeycrisp Apples Substitute with Granny Smith for a tart twist.
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Use salted butter if unsalted isn’t available.
  • 1/2 cup Light Brown Sugar Granulated sugar can also work.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Consider adding nutmeg for a spiced kick.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Fine Salt Enhances the flavor of sweet ingredients.
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Flour can be a quick substitute.
For the Cinnamon Roll Dough
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter For spreading to ensure rolls come out moist.
  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour Whole wheat flour can be substituted.
  • 2 teaspoons Instant Dry Yeast Active dry yeast can also be used.
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Non-dairy milk may affect flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Applesauce or 2 Eggs Interchangeably used for the same effect.
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Brown sugar will provide a deeper flavor.
For the Caramel Sauce
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar The main sweetener for your caramel.
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Adds creaminess to the finished product.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Provides richness and makes the caramel smooth.
For the Cream Cheese Icing
  • 4 ounces Cream Cheese The base for a rich icing.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Vanilla bean paste can be a substitute.
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Sweetens and thickens the icing.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Saucepan
  • baking dish
  • kitchen towel
  • Electric mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Caramel Apple Cinnamon Rolls
  1. Prepare the Caramel Apple Filling by peeling, coring, and dicing the apples. Melt butter in a saucepan, add sugar, cinnamon, and salt, cook until bubbling. Stir in cornstarch slurry until thickened, cool in the fridge for 30 minutes.
  2. Make the Cinnamon Roll Dough by mixing flour, yeast, and salt. Warm milk and melt butter, combine with applesauce or eggs and sugar. Mix wet and dry ingredients until smooth, rest for 10-20 minutes.
  3. Roll and Cut the Dough to a rectangle, spread butter, add filling, cut into strips, and roll into spirals. Place in a baking dish seam-side down.
  4. Proof the Rolls by covering with a towel and letting rise for 30 minutes, or overnight for enhanced flavor.
  5. Bake the Rolls at 350°F (175°C) for 28-34 minutes until golden brown, then cool slightly.
  6. Make the Caramel Sauce by melting sugar until deep amber, whisk in butter and cream until smooth, cool slightly.
  7. Prepare the Icing by combining cream cheese, butter, caramel sauce, vanilla, and salt. Mix until smooth, then add powdered sugar.
  8. Finish and Serve by drizzling icing over cooled rolls and adding extra caramel sauce if desired. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 75mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These Caramel Apple Cinnamon Rolls are best enjoyed warm. Reheat leftovers for a just-baked taste.

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