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Apple Butter Cinnamon Rolls

Apple Butter Cinnamon Rolls

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Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of homemade Apple Butter Cinnamon Rolls. These delightful treats feature a soft and fluffy dough enveloping spiced apple butter, all topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting. Perfect for cozy mornings or festive gatherings, these rolls are an effortless way to elevate your breakfast or brunch. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you’ll impress your family and friends with this sweet delight. Whether you enjoy them fresh from the oven or warmed up later, they’re sure to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire.

  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 envelope active dry yeast (1 tablespoon)
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs (beaten)
  • 6 tablespoons butter (melted and slightly cooled)
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup apple butter
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar (packed)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 3/4 cup cream cheese
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • pinch salt

Instructions

  1. Activate the yeast by mixing it with warm milk and sugar; let it sit until bubbly.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine flour and salt, then add the activated yeast mixture along with eggs and melted butter.
  3. Knead the dough until smooth, then let it rise in a greased bowl until doubled in size.
  4. Roll out the dough into a rectangle, spread apple butter over it, and sprinkle with cinnamon-sugar mix.
  5. Roll up tightly, slice into rounds, and place in a greased baking pan to rise again.
  6. Bake at 350°F for 18–25 minutes until golden brown.
  7. While cooling, prepare the cream cheese frosting by mixing all frosting ingredients together.
  8. Spread frosting over warm rolls before serving.
  • Author: Mason
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 roll (75g)
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 230mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 46g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg