Apple Cinnamon Rolls with Vanilla Ice Cream Recipe
Ingredients:
For the Dough or use store-bought crescent roll dough:
2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tsp salt
1 packet 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
1/2 cup milk warm
1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
2 large eggs
For the Apple Filling:
3 medium apples peeled, cored, and sliced thinly
1/3 cup brown sugar
1 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp nutmeg
2 tbsp unsalted butter
For the Cinnamon Roll Filling:
1/4 cup unsalted butter softened
1/2 cup brown sugar
2 tsp cinnamon
For the Glaze:
1 cup powdered sugar
2-3 tbsp milk or heavy cream
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
For Serving:
Vanilla ice cream
Powdered sugar optional, for dusting
Instructions:
Step 1: Make the Dough Skip if using store-bought dough
Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, salt, and yeast.
Add wet ingredients: Add warm milk, melted butter, and eggs to the dry mixture. Knead until a soft dough forms about 5-7 minutes.
Let rise: Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours, or until it doubles in size.
Step 2: Prepare the Apple Filling
Cook apples: In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add sliced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Cook until apples are tender and caramelized about 5-7 minutes. Let cool.
Step 3: Assemble the Cinnamon Rolls
Roll out dough: On a floured surface, roll out the dough into a rectangle about 12×18 inches.
Spread filling: Spread softened butter over the dough. Sprinkle evenly with brown sugar and cinnamon.
Add apples: Distribute the cooled apple filling evenly over the dough.
Roll and cut: Roll the dough tightly into a log and cut into 8-10 rolls. Place them in a greased round baking dish or individual tins.
Step 4: Bake the Rolls
Preheat oven: Preheat to 350F 175C.
Bake: Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Step 5: Make the Glaze
Mix glaze: In a small bowl, whisk powdered sugar, milk or cream, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Step 6: Serve
Top rolls: Drizzle the warm rolls with glaze and serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top.
Dust with powdered sugar: Sprinkle powdered sugar for extra presentation.
Tips for Success:
Quick Option: Use store-bought crescent roll dough for faster prep.
Customize: Add chopped nuts or raisins to the apple filling for extra texture.
Storage: Store leftover rolls in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat before serving.
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