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Gooey Apple Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Icing

Gooey Apple Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Icing

Soft, pillowy cinnamon rolls packed with spiced sautéed apples and topped with a decadent, tangy cream cheese glaze.
Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour plus extra for dusting
  • 1 packet instant yeast 2 1/4 tsp
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup warm milk 110 degrees F
  • 1/3 cup unsalted butter melted
Apple Filling
  • 2 large Granny Smith apples peeled and finely diced
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar packed
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
Cream Cheese Icing
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp milk to thin

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, and yeast. Add warm milk and melted butter, mixing until a soft dough forms.
  2. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 60 minutes.
  3. While dough rises, sauté diced apples with brown sugar and cinnamon in a pan over medium heat until softened, about 5 minutes. Set aside to cool.
  4. Roll the dough into a 12x18 inch rectangle. Spread the apple mixture evenly over the surface, leaving a small border at the edges.
  5. Roll the dough tightly into a log and cut into 12 equal slices. Place in a greased 9x13 baking dish and let rise for another 30 minutes.
  6. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Whisk together cream cheese, powdered sugar, and milk until smooth. Drizzle over warm rolls before serving.

Notes

For extra gooey rolls, pour 1/2 cup of heavy cream over the rolls right before putting them in the oven.