Description
These fluffy Apple Cinnamon Rolls are a cozy morning treat bursting with sweet apple flavor and warm spices wrapped in a soft, aromatic dough. Easy to prepare and customizable in sweetness, this recipe offers a tender, melt-in-your-mouth experience perfect for sharing or enjoying solo. Enjoy the inviting scent and comforting taste of these rolls fresh from your oven.
Ingredients
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Dough
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 1 cup plant-based milk, warmed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (plant-based), softened
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 tsp salt
Apple Cinnamon Filling
- 3 medium fresh apples, peeled and finely chopped
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter (plant-based)
- 2 tsp cinnamon (natural)
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp plant-based milk
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (natural)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: Warm the plant-based milk until pleasantly warm but not hot. Dissolve the active dry yeast with a pinch of sugar in the milk and let it activate for 5 to 10 minutes until foamy. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt. Add the yeast mixture, softened plant-based butter, and apple cider vinegar to the dry ingredients. Stir well and knead by hand or with a mixer for 8 to 10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic. Cover and let the dough rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Prepare the Apple Filling: While the dough rises, peel and finely chop the apples. Melt the plant-based butter in a pan and add the chopped apples, cinnamon, and sugar. Cook gently until the apples soften slightly but remain intact. Stir in the vegetarian Worcestershire sauce and remove from heat to cool.
- Assemble the Rolls: Once the dough has doubled, roll it out on a floured surface into a large rectangle about 1/4 inch thick. Spread the apple cinnamon filling evenly over the surface, leaving a small border around the edges. Roll the dough tightly from the longer side into a log. Cut into even slices about 1.5 inches thick and place them cut side up in a greased baking tray. Cover and let rise for another 30 minutes.
- Bake to Perfection: Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Bake the rolls for 25 to 30 minutes or until golden brown and puffed. Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before glazing.
- Add the Glaze: Mix powdered sugar with plant-based milk and vanilla extract to create a smooth glaze. Drizzle generously over the warm rolls. Serve warm and enjoy.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients to help the dough rise properly.
- Do not skip the second rise to ensure soft and fluffy rolls.
- Finely chop apples for even distribution and proper softening.
- Cover the dough with a damp cloth while rising to prevent drying.
- Preheat the oven fully for even baking and perfect golden color.
- Prep Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: apple cinnamon rolls, plant-based cinnamon rolls, vegan apple rolls, fluffy cinnamon rolls, spiced apple pastry
