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Caramel Apple Cinnamon Rolls

Caramel Apple Cinnamon Rolls

These Caramel Apple Cinnamon Rolls are a warm, gooey treat combining fluffy cinnamon rolls with tender apple chunks and luscious caramel sauce. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, they offer a quick and easy way to enjoy comforting fall flavors in every bite.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 8-10 rolls

Ingredients

Dough and Base

  • Pre-made crescent roll dough (1 package)
  • Melted butter (3 tablespoons)

Apple Cinnamon Filling

  • Fresh apples, peeled, cored, and diced (2 medium, preferably Granny Smith)
  • Lemon juice (1 tablespoon)
  • Brown sugar (1/3 cup)
  • Cinnamon powder (1 teaspoon)
  • Optional nuts, chopped pecans or walnuts (1/4 cup)

Caramel Topping

  • Caramel sauce (1/2 cup, store-bought or homemade, warmed)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Apples: Peel, core, and finely dice the apples into small pieces. Toss them with lemon juice to prevent browning. Stir in brown sugar and cinnamon until well combined, then set aside.
  2. Roll Out the Dough: Lay the pre-made crescent roll dough flat on a clean surface. Press the perforations together to form one solid sheet. Spread melted butter evenly over the dough.
  3. Add the Filling: Evenly sprinkle the spiced apple mixture over the buttered dough. Add chopped nuts if using.
  4. Roll and Slice: Roll the dough tightly into a log starting from the longer edge. Slice the log into 1 to 1.5 inch thick individual rolls using a sharp knife.
  5. Bake to Golden Perfection: Place the rolls snugly in a greased baking dish with space to rise. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Drizzle with Caramel: Let the rolls cool slightly after baking, then generously drizzle warm caramel sauce on top.

Notes

  • Use fresh apples to keep filling juicy and flavorful.
  • Don’t overfill the rolls to ensure they hold together and bake evenly.
  • Firmly press dough edges to prevent leaking during baking.
  • Allow rolls to cool 5 minutes after baking before adding caramel to avoid melting it completely.
  • Optional glaze: mix powdered sugar with a little milk for extra sweetness alongside caramel.
  • Author: Lina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast, Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 roll
  • Calories: 310 kcal
  • Sugar: 20 g
  • Sodium: 230 mg
  • Fat: 14 g
  • Saturated Fat: 7 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
  • Trans Fat: 0.2 g
  • Carbohydrates: 42 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 3 g
  • Cholesterol: 30 mg

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