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Apple Crisp Cinnamon Rolls

Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 12 pieces
Calories 450
A delightful combination of cinnamon-spiced apple filling wrapped in soft dough and topped with a sweet cream cheese glaze.

Ingredients

Dough

  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1/2 cup butter (room temperature)
  • 6.5 cups flour (divided)
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 packets instant rapid rise yeast
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 3 tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup butter (room temperature)

Apple Filling

  • 21 ounces Apple Pie Filling
  • 1 1/2 cups flour
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 3/4 cup light brown sugar (packed)
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 cup rolled oats (not instant)
  • 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter (diced)

Cream Cheese Frosting

  • 12 ounces cream cheese (softened)
  • 1/3 cup butter (room temperature)
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 5 cups powdered sugar
  • 3 tablespoons milk

Instructions 

  • Prepare the dough by heating milk, then mixing with yeast, eggs, sugar, salt, and flour. Knead until smooth and let rise.
  • Roll out the dough, spread apple filling over it, then roll into a log and cut into slices.
  • Place slices in a baking dish and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20 minutes until golden.
  • While baking, prepare the cream cheese frosting by mixing softened cream cheese, butter, vanilla, and powdered sugar, adding milk to reach desired consistency.
  • Spread frosting over warm cinnamon rolls before serving.

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and ensure proper rising times for fluffy rolls.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: apple, Baked Goods, cinnamon