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Apple Cinnamon Rolls with Apple Pie Filling

Apple Cinnamon Rolls with Apple Pie Filling
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Indulge in the warmth of fall with these delightful Apple Cinnamon Rolls filled with a luscious apple pie filling. Soft, fluffy rolls are generously stuffed with tender apples, aromatic cinnamon, and sweet apple butter, then topped with a creamy frosting that adds just the right touch of sweetness. Perfect for breakfast gatherings or cozy dessert nights, these rolls can be made ahead of time for those busy weekdays. The comforting combination of flavors is sure to become a family favorite!

Ingredients

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  • 1 2/3 cups diced Gala apple
  • 1/4 cup apple butter
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/8 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 2 teaspoons water
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 3/4 cup water
  • 1/4 cup bread flour
  • 3 2/3 cups bread flour
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons instant yeast
  • 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1/3 cup whole milk (room temperature)
  • 1/3 cup heavy cream (room temperature)
  • 1 large egg (room temperature)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Tangzhong (from recipe above)
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • 2/3 cup brown sugar (packed)
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • 2 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons apple butter

Instructions

  1. Prepare the apple filling by melting diced Gala apples, apple butter, sugar, water, lemon juice, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt in a saucepan over medium heat until thickened.
  2. Make tangzhong by whisking together bread flour and water over low heat until it forms a thick paste; set aside to cool.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine bread flour, yeast, sugar, salt, milk, cream, egg, and cooled tangzhong. Knead until smooth and elastic; let rise until doubled in size (about 1 hour).
  4. Roll out the dough into a rectangle and spread softened butter on top. Evenly layer the apple filling before rolling tightly and slicing into rolls.
  5. Place rolls in a greased baking dish to rise for another 30 minutes. Preheat oven and bake at 350°F for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
  6. While cooling slightly on a rack, prepare the cream cheese frosting by mixing all frosting ingredients until smooth. Drizzle over warm rolls before serving.

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