These apple pie cinnamon rolls are the perfect fall breakfast treat. Made with fresh apples, apple pie spice, and cinnamon, this is one delicious recipe that everyone will love!
Apple Pie Cinnamon Rolls Recipe
What’s better than cinnamon rolls? Apple pie cinnamon rolls of course!
Whether you enjoy these for a lazy weekend brunch or serve them up on Christmas morning, there’s no bad time to enjoy these!
This sweet breakfast treat is one delicious variation on everyone’s favorite!
Be sure to try my Homemade Cinnamon Rolls and Cinnamon Roll Cake too!
Why You’ll Love this Dessert Recipe:
- Make ahead: The dough for these homemade cinnamon rolls can be made the day before, and once baked they have a great shelf life.
- Perfect for a crowd: This is such a great breakfast recipe if you are hosting friends and family over the holidays!
- So delicious! Apple and cinnamon go together so well, especially during the fall. Enjoy those comforting apple pie flavors for breakfast!
How to Make Apple Pie Cinnamon Rolls from Scratch
Be sure to see the recipe card below for full ingredients & instructions!
- Let the yeast sit in the warm milk and sugar to activate.
- Beat together the butter, sugar eggs, and flour and mix in the flour.
- Knead the dough until elastic. Cover to proof.
- Whisk together the filling ingredients on medium heat on the stovetop. Whisk in the cornstarch and let cool.
- Roll out the dough and spread the filling over it.
- Roll the dough up and cut it into pieces.
- Place the rolls into a baking dish and allow them to rise.
- Bake until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve with the cream cheese frosting.
How long do Apple Pie Cinnamon Rolls keep?
These apple pie cinnamon rolls won’t go to waste! Any leftovers can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Can I make the cinnamon roll dough ahead of time?
The cinnamon roll dough can be made and placed into the fridge to rise overnight. Once you’re ready to use it, remove it from the fridge and let it come to room temperature before rolling it out, about 20 minutes.
Is it possible to let cinnamon roll dough rise for too long?
The longest you should leave the dough to rise is around 8 hours, or overnight. If you leave it for longer than that the dough can start to taste slightly sour and become crumbly in texture.
Can I freeze Apple Pie Cinnamon Rolls?
If you want to get ahead of things, you can freeze the baked cinnamon rolls for up to 2 months. If you do this, it’s best not to frost them. Thaw the rolls at room temperature and add the frosting when you are ready to serve.
These homemade apple pie cinnamon rolls are a great way to elevate a family favorite. The fresh apples add a wonderful fruity flavor!
There’s no better way to start the day than some freshly baked cinnamon rolls! These are perfectly sweet with just the right amount of spice.
Recipe Tips and Notes
- If your dough is not rising quickly enough, preheat the oven to 170°F. Once the oven reaches the right temperature, turn it off and place the dough into a heatproof bowl and into the oven with the door propped an inch to allow it to proof. Be sure to watch that the dough does not over-rise and spill over the sides of the bowl.
- For a more caramel-like filling, simply cook the mixture down for an additional 5-8 minutes. Just know that the more that you cook it, while it does caramelize it, the more moisture it also reduces the amount of moisture, which in turn makes the apple pieces smaller so you won’t have quite as much filling.
- When making the frosting, if you find that after beating the mixture for 5-6 minutes there are still cream cheese clumps, use a rubber spatula or wooden spoon to press the clumps against the side of the bowl to smooth them out.
These apple pie cinnamon rolls are the perfect breakfast to treat your friends and family. The kitchen smells divine when you bake these, so they’re perfect for Christmas morning!
If you make this recipe be sure to leave us a comment or rating. Enjoy!
Apple Pie Cinnamon Rolls Recipe
These apple pie cinnamon rolls are the perfect fall breakfast treat. Made with fresh apples, apple pie spice, and cinnamon, this is one delicious recipe that everyone will love!
Prep: 45 minutes
Cook: 1 hour
Total Time : 3 hours 45 minutes
Rise: 2 hours
Servings: 10 rolls
Ingredients
For the Dough
- 1 cup milk 227 grams, lukewarm (110°F)
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar 67 grams, divided
- 2½ teaspoons instant yeast 7 grams (1 envelope)
- ½ cup unsalted butter 113 grams, room temperature (1 stick)
- 2 large eggs 100 grams, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt 3 grams
- 4 cups all-purpose flour 480 grams
For the Filling
- 5 cups chopped apples 565 grams, from about 4 apples
- ½ cup brown sugar 107 grams
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 42 grams
- 1 tablespoon lime juice 14 grams, from ½ lime
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon 9 grams
- 1 teaspoon apple pie spice 3 grams
- ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch 8 grams
- ½ cup unsalted butter 113 grams (1 stick)
For the Frosting
- 4 ounces cream cheese 114 grams (½ brick)
- ¼ cup unsalted butter 57 grams (½ stick)
- ½ cup powdered sugar 56.5 grams
- 1 tablespoon milk 14 grams
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 4 grams
Equipment
- Kitchen Scale (optional)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine the warm milk, 2 tablespoons of sugar and the yeast and mix. Set aside to proof for 5 minutes. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, add the butter, remaining sugar, eggs and salt. Beat on medium-high speed for 2 minutes. Add the proofed yeast mixture and whisk together. Lastly, add in the flour. Using the dough hook attachment, knead the dough on medium speed for 5-6 minutes or until a smooth, elastic dough that pulls away from the side has formed and then roll into a round ball. Place into a greased bowl and cover with a damp towel or plastic wrap to proof for 1½ hours, or until doubled in size.1 cup milk, ⅓ cup granulated sugar, 2½ teaspoons instant yeast, 2 large eggs, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, 4 cups all-purpose flour, ½ cup unsalted butter
- While the dough is proofing, make the filling. Add all of the filling ingredients except for the cornstarch and ½ cup of butter to a large saucepan. Place over medium heat and whisk while the butter and sugar melt. Allow the mixture to simmer, whisking to avoid scorching, 4-8 minutes. Add the cornstarch in and whisk. Reduce the heat to medium and allow to cook down for another 10 minutes or until the sauce has turned into a caramel consistency. Remove from the heat and set aside while you roll the dough out.5 cups chopped apples, ½ cup brown sugar, 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1 tablespoon lime juice, 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon apple pie spice, ¾ teaspoon kosher salt, 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- Once the dough has doubled in size, turn out onto a floured surface. Sprinkle the top of the dough with a little bit of flour and roll into a rectangle. The rectangle should be roughly 16 inches long, 12 inches wide, and about ½-inch thick. Using a pastry brush or a spoon, spread the ½ cup of butter over the entire surface of the dough. Spoon the apple filling mixture over the surface and spread. Tightly roll the dough into a log and pinch the seam together to prevent the rolls from opening. Using a sharp knife, slice the log to 10 rolls.½ cup unsalted butter
- Spray a 9×13-inch baking pan with nonstick spray. Place the cinnamon rolls into the baking pan, leaving a space of about 1½ centimeters between each roll to allow them to rise. Place into a warm area and let rise until doubled in size, about 30 minutes.
- Once the rolls have doubled in size, preheat the oven to 350°F. Place the cinnamon rolls into the oven to bake for 40-45 minutes or until the edges are golden and the centers are baked through (190°F). Once baked, remove from the oven and place onto a cooling rack to cool.
- While the cinnamon rolls are cooling, make the frosting by combining all of the frositng ingredients in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment. Beat on medium-high speed for 5-6 minutes or until completely smooth. While the cinnamon rolls are still warm, spoon the frosting over the top of the cinnamon rolls and serve immediately.4 ounces cream cheese, ¼ cup unsalted butter, ½ cup powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon milk, 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Notes
- The cinnamon roll dough can be made and placed into the refrigerator to rise overnight. Once you’re ready to use it, remove it from the fridge and let it come to room temperature before rolling it out, about 20 minutes.
- If your dough is not rising quickly enough, preheat the oven to 170°F. Once the oven reaches the right temperature turn it off and place the dough into a heatproof bowl and into the oven with the door propped an inch to allow it to proof. Be sure to watch that the dough does not over-rise and spill over the sides of the bowl.
- For a more caramel-like filling, simply cook the mixture down for an additional 5-8 minutes. Just know that the more that you cook it, while it does caramelize it, it also reduces the amount of moisture that there is which in turn makes the apple pieces smaller so you won’t have quite as much filling.
- When making the frosting, if you find that after beating the mixture for 5-6 minutes there are still cream cheese clumps, use a rubber spatula or wooden spoon to press the clumps against the side of the bowl to smooth them out.
Nutrition Facts
Apple Pie Cinnamon Rolls Recipe
Amount Per Serving (1 roll)
Calories 638
Calories from Fat 297
% Daily Value*
Fat 33g51%
Saturated Fat 20g125%
Trans Fat 1g
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g
Monounsaturated Fat 9g
Cholesterol 117mg39%
Sodium 475mg21%
Potassium 273mg8%
Carbohydrates 79g26%
Fiber 5g21%
Sugar 34g38%
Protein 10g20%
Vitamin A 1108IU22%
Vitamin C 5mg6%
Calcium 89mg9%
Iron 3mg17%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Hi,I would like to try this recipe for my husband but he does not eat cream cheese,do you have any suggestion for frosting?Thank’s!!
Hello,do you use instant yeast?And do you have a recipe for different topping instead of cream cheese?
Fabulous Dessert ,or for Breakfast / to help eliminate some carbs, I used Almond flour, and instead of brown sugar, I used Coconut sugar, both of which neither have Any Carbs or sugar content! This reduces the carb count abundantly! This makes this recipe more pleaseing for those of us that count carbs and sugars! “LESS IS BEST!”💞
Thanks so much for sharing, Debbe!