Apple Pie Cinnamon Rolls

why make this recipe

Apple Pie Cinnamon Rolls are warm, sweet, and full of apple and spice. They bring apple pie flavors to a soft roll. You can make them for breakfast, dessert, or a cozy snack. The recipe uses simple pantry ingredients and is easy to follow.

introduction

These rolls combine apple pie filling and classic cinnamon roll dough. You mix a simple dough, spread apples and brown sugar, roll, slice, bake, and top with a quick icing. The result is soft rolls with apple pieces and cinnamon sweetness.

how to make Apple Pie Cinnamon Rolls

1. Make the dough by mixing flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Cut in softened butter until the mix is crumbly.
2. Stir in milk, egg, and vanilla until the dough forms.
3. Roll the dough on a floured surface into a rectangle.
4. Mix diced apples with cinnamon and brown sugar in another bowl. Spread the apple mix over the rolled dough.
5. Roll the dough tightly from one long side to form a log. Slice the log into rolls.
6. Place the rolls in a greased baking dish. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25–30 minutes until golden and cooked through.
7. While the rolls bake, whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla to make the icing.
8. Drizzle the icing over warm rolls before serving.

Ingredients :

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3/4 cup milk
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups apples, peeled and diced
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons milk (for icing)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for icing)

Directions :

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
2. Add softened butter to the dry ingredients and mix until crumbly.
3. Stir in milk, egg, and vanilla until a dough forms.
4. Roll the dough on a floured surface into a rectangle.
5. In another bowl, mix diced apples with cinnamon and brown sugar; spread over the rolled dough.
6. Roll the dough tightly and slice into rolls.
7. Place rolls in a greased baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes.
8. While baking, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla for icing.
9. Drizzle icing over warm cinnamon rolls before serving.

how to serve Apple Pie Cinnamon Rolls

Serve warm. Drizzle extra icing if you like. Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream for dessert or serve with coffee for breakfast.

how to store Apple Pie Cinnamon Rolls

• Room temperature: keep in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
• Refrigerator: store covered for up to 4–5 days. Warm slightly before serving.
• Freezer: freeze baked rolls in a single layer, then transfer to a freezer bag for up to 2 months. Thaw and warm in the oven.

tips to make Apple Pie Cinnamon Rolls

• Chop apples small so they fit inside the roll and cook well.
• Pat apples dry if they are very juicy to avoid a soggy filling.
• Roll tightly but not so tight that filling spills out.
• Use room temperature butter and egg for a smoother dough.
• Let rolls cool a few minutes before icing so the icing does not fully melt away.

variation (if any)

• Add chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans for crunch.
• Mix in raisins or dried cranberries with the apples.
• Drizzle caramel sauce over the rolls for a richer treat.
• Use whole wheat flour or a gluten-free blend to change the dough.

FAQs

Q: Can I use frozen apples?
A: Yes. Thaw and drain extra liquid, then pat dry before using.

Q: Can I make the dough ahead of time?
A: Yes. You can make and chill the dough overnight, then roll and bake the next day.

Q: Can I skip the icing?
A: Yes. The rolls are good without icing. You can dust with powdered sugar instead.

Q: How do I reheat leftover rolls?
A: Warm in the oven at 300°F (150°C) for 8–10 minutes or microwave for 20–30 seconds.

Conclusion

For more ideas and a similar take on this treat, see the Blue Bowl recipe for apple pie cinnamon rolls – Blue Bowl. You can also check the Cravings Journal version for a simple apple filling at Apple Pie Cinnamon Rolls with Easy Apple Filling | Cravings Journal.

Apple Pie Cinnamon Rolls

Warm, sweet rolls combining the flavors of apple pie and soft cinnamon roll dough, perfect for breakfast or dessert.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 45 minutes mins

Servings: 12 servings

Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American

Calories: 220

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Dough Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour Plus extra for dusting
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened Use room temperature for best results
• 3/4 cup milk
• 1 large egg Use room temperature for best results
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Filling Ingredients

• 2 cups apples, peeled and diced Chop small for best results
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 cup brown sugar

Icing Ingredients

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method

 

Preparation

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. Add softened butter to the dry ingredients and mix until crumbly.
4. Stir in milk, egg, and vanilla until a dough forms.
5. Roll the dough on a floured surface into a rectangle.
6. In another bowl, mix diced apples with cinnamon and brown sugar; spread over the rolled dough.
7. Roll the dough tightly from one long side to form a log and slice into rolls.

Baking

1. Place rolls in a greased baking dish.
2. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and cooked through.
3. While baking, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla for icing.
4. Drizzle icing over warm cinnamon rolls before serving.

Notes

Serve warm; drizzle extra icing or add a scoop of vanilla ice cream for dessert.