Apple  Cinnamon Rolls

RENEE NICOLE'S KITCHEN

"Apple cinnamon rolls are soft, gooey treats made for fall weekends and holiday mornings, like Thanksgiving and Christmas."

RENEE NICOLE'S KITCHEN

INGREDIENTS

The Dough – whole milk – instant yeast (1 packet) – large eggs – salt – butter - melted – sugar – flour The Filling – butter - softened – packed brown sugar – ground cinnamon – ground ginger – cardamom – apples* - diced The Icing – cream cheese – butter – powdered sugar – vanilla bean paste

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Yield

12 SERVINGS

prep time

30 MINUTES

total time

1 HOUR 30 MINUTES

COOK TIME

35 MINUTES

Apple Cinnamon Rolls Recipe

1. Proof yeast by warming milk to between 105º to 110ºF. Sprinkle yeast on top and let it proof for 5 - 10 minutes. Yeast should foam up. If it doesn't start over with fresh yeast.

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2. In the bowl of your stand mixer whisk together the eggs and salt. Add the yeast mixture, melted butter, sugar, and 4 cups of flour..

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3. With the dough hook attachment, mix on low to combine, stopping to scrape the sides at least twice. About 3 minutes.

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4. The dough should be soft and wet. Add the remaining flour 1/4 cup or less at a time, mixing each addition until combined completely. You may not need it all, you'll know it's enough when the dough no longer sticks to the bowl.

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5. When the dough is shaggy and no longer sticking to the bowl, knead the dough for 5 - 7 minutes with the mixer or 10 - 15 minutes by hand. When it's done, the dough should be smooth, not sticky, and bounce back to the touch.

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6. Shape the dough into a ball and place it into a large oiled bowl. Turn the dough over to coat with oil, then cover with a clean kitchen towel and allow to rise 1 - 2 hours or until doubled in size.

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7. While the dough is proofing, prepare the filling. Dice the apples and measure out the spices and brown sugar.

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8. On a well floured surface, use a rolling pin to shape the dough into a large rectangle. Approximately 18" x 12" and 1/4" thick. 9. Spread the softened butter on the dough. In a small bowl combine the brown sugar and spices, then sprinkle on top of the butter. Follow with the diced apple chunks.

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10. Starting with the long side of the rectangle, gently roll the dough towards you so that you have a roughly 18" long log.

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11. Place the seam side down, trim any uneven ends, then slice the log into 12 equal pieces.

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12. Place each roll on it's end in a buttered 9" x 13" pan. Keep the smaller rolls towards the center to prevent burning.

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13. Cover with a clean kitchen towel, place in a warm spot, and allow to rise for 30 - 90 minutes or until the rolls have doubled in size.

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14. Bake uncovered in a 350 degree oven for 25 - 30 minutes or until the tops are golden brown.

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1. In a stand mixer with the paddle attachment, whip the softened cream cheese and butter until light and fluffy.

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2. Add the powdered sugar 1/2 cup at a time, mixing to combine completely and scraping down the sides of the bowl between additions.

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3. After the last addition, with the mixer running add the vanilla bean paste (or equal parts vanilla extract) and combine completely.

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Enjoy!

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