Description

These Apple Butter Cinnamon Rolls are soft, fluffy, and filled with warm fall flavors. Each roll is swirled with silky apple butter and fragrant cinnamon, then drizzled with a creamy vanilla glaze. Perfect for brunch, cozy weekend mornings, or a comforting dessert — they bring the taste of autumn right to your kitchen!

Ingredients

Scale

For the Dough

1 cup warm milk (about 110°F)
2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
¼ cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt

For the Filling

¾ cup apple butter (store-bought or homemade)
¼ cup brown sugar
2 teaspoons cinnamon
¼ teaspoon nutmeg
1 tablespoon melted butter

For the Glaze

1 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons milk or cream
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of cinnamon (optional)

Instructions

Activate the Yeast: Combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast in a large bowl. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until frothy.
Make the Dough: Add melted butter, egg, and salt. Gradually mix in flour until a soft dough forms. Knead for 6–8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
First Rise: Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Prepare the Filling: Mix apple butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a small bowl.
Roll It Out: Roll dough into a 14×18-inch rectangle. Brush with melted butter and spread the apple butter mixture evenly.
Roll and Slice: Roll tightly from the long side, cut into 12 even pieces, and arrange in a greased 9×13-inch pan.
Second Rise: Cover and let rise for 30–45 minutes until puffy.
Bake: Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25–30 minutes or until golden brown.
Glaze: Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla. Drizzle over warm rolls before serving.

Notes

Use room-temperature ingredients for best dough texture.
Don’t over-flour — the dough should be soft and slightly tacky.
Brush baked rolls with melted butter before glazing for shine.
Prepare the night before and bake fresh in the morning for easy brunch.
Store leftovers covered for 2 days or refrigerate up to 5 days.

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert, Fall Recipes
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 roll
Calories: 290
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 210mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 35mg

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