Description

Soft, fluffy cinnamon rolls filled with tender apples, warm spices, and gooey caramel sauce. Perfect for a cozy breakfast, brunch, or a delightful fall dessert that everyone will love!

Ingredients

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For the Dough:

3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
¼ cup granulated sugar
1 tsp salt
2 ¼ tsp instant yeast
¾ cup warm milk
¼ cup melted butter
2 large eggs

For the Filling:

½ cup brown sugar
2 tsp ground cinnamon
¼ tsp ground nutmeg
2 tbsp melted butter
1 ½ cups diced Granny Smith apples
½ cup caramel sauce

For the Topping:

½ cup caramel sauce (for drizzling)
¼ cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)

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Instructions

Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt, and yeast. Add warm milk, melted butter, and eggs. Mix until a sticky dough forms. Knead for 5–10 minutes until smooth. Cover and let rise for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Prepare the Filling: While the dough rises, sauté diced apples in melted butter for 2–3 minutes. Add brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Cook until soft and caramelized. Let cool.
Assemble the Rolls: Roll the dough into a rectangle. Spread melted butter over it and evenly distribute the apple mixture. Drizzle with caramel sauce. Roll the dough tightly and slice into 12 equal rolls.
Bake the Rolls: Place rolls in a greased baking dish. Let rise for 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 25–30 minutes or until golden brown.
Finishing Touch: Drizzle warm caramel sauce over the baked rolls and sprinkle with chopped nuts if desired.
Serve Warm: Enjoy these gooey, caramel-infused treats fresh out of the oven!

Notes

1️⃣ Choose the Right Apples: Use tart apples like Granny Smith to balance the sweetness of the caramel and filling. Sweeter apples, such as Honeycrisp or Fuji, can also work but may require slight sugar adjustment.

2️⃣ Don’t Overfill the Rolls: While it’s tempting to add extra filling, too much can cause the rolls to become soggy or difficult to roll properly. Spread the filling evenly without overloading.

3️⃣ Let the Dough Rise Properly: Patience is key! Allow the dough to double in size during the rising stages for soft, fluffy rolls. Rushing this step may result in dense, chewy rolls.

Prep Time: 20 MIN
Cook Time: 30 MIN