Description
Looking for the best apple cinnamon rolls recipe? This easy and delicious treat is soft, gooey, and packed with sweet apples. Perfect for fall breakfasts, weekend brunch ideas, or quick holiday baking. A simple, healthy twist on classic cinnamon rolls fluffy, flavorful, and fun to make!
Ingredients
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup warm milk
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
- 2 eggs
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 apples, peeled and diced
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tbsp butter (for filling)
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2–3 tbsp milk or cream
Instructions
- Warm milk, stir in sugar and yeast, and let sit until foamy.
- In a mixer, combine milk mixture, eggs, butter, vanilla, then add flour and salt.
- Knead for 8 minutes until smooth, then cover and let rise 1 hour.
- Cook apples with butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and cornstarch until thick. Cool completely.
- Roll dough into a rectangle and spread apple filling over it.
- Roll up tightly and slice into 12 rolls.
- Place in a greased pan, cover, and rise 30 minutes.
- Bake at 350°F for 25–30 minutes until golden.
- Whisk powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk for glaze.
- Drizzle glaze over warm rolls and serve.
Notes
- Cool filling before using to prevent soggy dough
- Use firm apples for best texture
- Make ahead and refrigerate overnight before baking
- Top with nuts or caramel sauce for extra flavor
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American