Description
This recipe for cinnamon roll apple pie combines the warm, spiced flavors of cinnamon rolls with the classic, comforting taste of apple pie. It’s a unique twist on two beloved desserts, resulting in a dish that’s both familiar and excitingly new. Perfect for holiday mornings, special occasions, or any time you crave a sweet, satisfying treat.
Ingredients
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- For the Cinnamon Rolls:
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup honey
- 3/4 cup warmed milk
- 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
- 4 eggs (room temperature)
- 10 tbsp unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 cup pecans (chopped)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter (for filling)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 1/2 tbsp cinnamon
- 2 cups chopped apples (Honeycrisp recommended)
- For the Date-Caramel Sauce:
- 10 medjool dates (pitted)
- 1/2 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- For the Caramel Icing:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 1/2 tbsp milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Activate the yeast in warmed milk, then mix with honey, eggs, and flour to form the dough.
- Allow the dough to rise, then incorporate butter and let it rise again.
- Prepare the apple filling and roll out the dough to assemble the cinnamon rolls with the apple mixture inside.
- Bake until golden and top with homemade date-caramel sauce and icing.
Notes
- The dough can be prepared ahead and stored in the refrigerator overnight.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute milk and butter with your preferred non-dairy alternatives.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: per serving
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 75mg