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Apple Cider Cinnamon Rolls

Indulge in Warm Apple Cider Cinnamon Rolls This Fall

Delicious Apple Cider Cinnamon Rolls filled with cozy flavors perfect for fall gatherings.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 35 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Warm Water Activates yeast for dough rise.
  • 2 tablespoons Traditional Dry Yeast Leavening agent for the dough.
  • 1 cup Warm Apple Cider Provides moisture and autumn flavor to the dough.
  • ½ cup Salted Butter Adds richness and flavor.
  • 2 large Eggs Provides structure and richness to the dough.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens the rolls.
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Balances flavors.
  • 2 teaspoons Cinnamon Adds warm spice flavor.
  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour Main structural ingredient for dough.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
For the Apple Filling
  • 2 cups Apples (Granny Smith preferred) Adds texture and tanginess.
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch Thickens apple filling.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Brightens apple flavor.
For the Icing
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Forms the base of the icing.
  • ½ cup Brown Butter Adds a nutty, caramel flavor.

Equipment

  • Stand Mixer
  • Saucepan
  • Baking Pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Apple Cider Cinnamon Rolls
  1. Prepare Dough: Heat warm water to 105°F-115°F, dissolve sugar, add yeast and let activate. Combine with cider, butter, eggs, and activate yeast. Mix in flour, cinnamon, and salt until dough forms.
  2. Knead and Rise: Knead dough on a floured surface for 5 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 to 1.5 hours.
  3. Make Apple Filling: Sauté diced apples with butter, apple juice, and lemon juice. In a bowl, mix sugars, cornstarch, cinnamon, and salt; stir into apples.
  4. Assemble Rolls: Roll dough into a rectangle, spread cinnamon mixture and apple filling. Roll tightly, slice into 12 pieces, and let rise for 30 minutes.
  5. Prepare Icing: Brown butter carefully, cool slightly, mix with cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
  6. Bake Rolls: Preheat oven to 350°F, bake for 25-35 minutes until golden brown, drizzle icing over warm rolls.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 130mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.

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