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Apple Fritter Cinnamon Roll Recipe

Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 12 pieces
Calories 350
Delight in these warm, gooey cinnamon rolls filled with caramelized apples and topped with creamy icing—a perfect treat for breakfast or dessert.

Ingredients

Dough

  • 2 packets fast-rising yeast 8g each
  • 4.5 cups all purpose flour (plus more until non-sticky)
  • 1.5 cups warm milk (see note about temperature)
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 egg room temperature (or warm water if from fridge)
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 cup melted butter

Filling

  • 2 pcs Cosmic Crisp apples (diced)
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp salted butter (for apples)

Cinnamon Sugar

  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon

Icing

  • 1 cup softened cream cheese
  • 1/4 cup softened salted butter
  • 1 cup icing sugar

Instructions 

  • Mix yeast with 1 cup flour; set aside.
  • Whisk warm milk, sugar, egg, salt, and melted butter; add to flour and yeast, then incorporate remaining flour to form a pliable dough. Knead for 5 minutes.
  • Let dough rise in a greased bowl, covered, for 15-30 minutes, then punch down and roll into a large rectangle.
  • Spread softened butter, sprinkle brown sugar and cinnamon, add cooked apples, then roll tightly and cut into 12-14 rolls. Arrange in prepared baking dish and let rise until doubled.
  • Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25-35 minutes until golden. Prepare icing by blending cream cheese, butter, and icing sugar. Spread over warm rolls and serve.

Notes

Ensure dough is not too sticky for easy rolling. Use fresh apples for best flavor.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: apple, baked, Cinnamon