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Caramel Apple Cinnamon Rolls

Jennifer
Caramel Apple Cinnamon Rolls feature fluffy homemade dough swirled with cinnamon, apples, and rich caramel sauce.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Course Breakfast, brunch
Cuisine American
Servings 9 rolls

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup warm milk
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 cup melted butter
  • 2 apples, finely diced
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp cinnamon
  • 3 tbsp softened butter
  • 1/2 cup caramel sauce

Instructions
 

  • Combine warm milk, yeast, and a spoonful of sugar and let stand for 5 minutes.
  • Mix in the remaining sugar, egg, melted butter, salt, and flour to form a soft dough.
  • Knead until smooth, cover, and let rise until doubled.
  • Roll the dough into a rectangle and spread with softened butter.
  • Sprinkle with brown sugar, cinnamon, and diced apples.
  • Roll tightly, slice into 9–12 pieces, and arrange in a greased baking dish.
  • Let rise for another 30 minutes, then bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25–30 minutes.
  • Drizzle the warm rolls generously with caramel sauce.