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Caramel Apple Cinnamon Rolls

Caramel Apple Cinnamon Rolls
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Caramel Apple Cinnamon Rolls are soft, fluffy rolls filled with spiced apple and brown sugar, then drizzled with luscious caramel sauce. This cozy fall treat combines warm cinnamon, tart apples, and sweet caramel for a perfect breakfast, brunch, or dessert option that’s simple to make and irresistibly delicious.

Ingredients

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Dough Ingredients

  • 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup milk, warmed slightly
  • 1 large egg, room temperature

Apple Cinnamon Filling

  • 2 cups fresh apples, finely chopped (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp recommended)
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened (for spreading)

Topping

  • 1/2 cup caramel sauce, warmed for drizzling

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dough: Warm the milk slightly and dissolve the yeast with a pinch of sugar to activate it. In a large bowl, combine the flour, salt, sugar, and softened butter. Add the yeast mixture and egg, then knead the dough until smooth and elastic, about 8-10 minutes. Cover and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 to 1.5 hours.
  2. Make the Apple Cinnamon Filling: While the dough rises, mix the finely chopped apples with cinnamon and brown sugar. Ensure the apples are chopped small so they soften well inside the rolls and create a gooey texture.
  3. Roll Out and Assemble: Once risen, roll the dough on a floured surface into a 12×16 inch rectangle. Spread softened butter evenly over the dough, then sprinkle the apple cinnamon filling on top. Carefully roll the dough tightly from one long edge to form a log.
  4. Slice and Bake: Cut the log into 12 equal slices and place them in a greased baking dish. Cover and let rise for an additional 30 minutes. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. Drizzle with Caramel: Remove rolls from the oven and allow to cool for 5-10 minutes. Warm the caramel sauce slightly and pour liberally over the warm rolls. Serve immediately for best taste and gooey texture.

Notes

  • Use room temperature ingredients (egg, milk, butter) for better dough texture.
  • Don’t overfill with apple mixture to prevent soggy rolls.
  • Roll dough tightly to ensure neat spirals and keep filling inside while baking.
  • Warm caramel sauce slightly to make drizzling easier and enhance gooeyness.
  • Let rolls cool briefly before adding caramel so the sauce absorbs perfectly.

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