Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these irresistible apple cinnamon rolls topped with creamy frosting! From kneading the soft dough to filling it with sweet apples and warm spices, this recipe is a delightful journey for your taste buds. The finished rolls are golden and fluffy, drizzled with a luscious cream cheese frosting. Perfect for brunch or a cozy dessert, share this treat and enjoy the warmth of homemade goodness!
For the Dough:
4 cups all-purpose flour
1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) active dry yeast
1/2 cup milk, warmed
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
2 large eggs
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
For the Apple Filling:
2 medium apples, peeled and diced (preferably Granny Smith)
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 tbsp ground cinnamon
1/4 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1-2 tbsp milk (to desired consistency)
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