Description
Soft and fluffy Apple Cinnamon Rolls with a warm cinnamon swirl and fresh apple filling, topped with a luscious plant-based glaze. Perfect for cozy breakfasts or festive brunches, these rolls are naturally sweetened, plant-based, and easy to customize for various tastes and dietary needs.
Ingredients
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Dough
- 3 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend)
- 1 packet yeast (about 2 1/4 tsp)
- 1 cup plant-based dairy, warmed
- 2 tbsp plant-based butter, melted
- 1 tbsp brown sugar (natural)
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1/2 tsp salt
Filling
- 2 medium fresh apples, peeled and finely chopped
- 1/4 cup brown sugar (natural)
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon (natural)
Plant-Based Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar (natural)
- 2 tbsp plant-based butter, melted
- 2 tbsp plant-based dairy
- 1/2 tsp natural gelling agent
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: Warm the plant-based dairy slightly and activate the yeast with a pinch of sugar in warm water. In a large bowl, combine the flour, yeast mixture, melted plant-based butter, apple cider vinegar, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), brown sugar, and salt. Knead the dough until soft and slightly sticky. Cover with a cloth and let it rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour until doubled in size.
- Make the Filling: Peel and finely chop the fresh apples. Mix them with brown sugar (natural) and ground cinnamon (natural). Set aside to let the spices soak in and release the apple’s natural juices.
- Roll Out and Fill the Dough: Once the dough has risen, gently punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface into a large rectangle. Spread the apple and cinnamon mixture evenly across the dough, ensuring every bite will have the sweet swirl.
- Shape the Rolls: Carefully roll the dough from one long side into a tight log. Slice the log into equal pieces using a sharp knife or plant-based baking floss for clean cuts. Arrange the rolls in a baking dish with space for another rise.
- Second Rise and Bake: Cover the rolls and allow them to rise for another 30 to 45 minutes. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Bake the rolls for 25 to 30 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Prepare the Plant-Based Glaze: While the rolls bake, combine powdered sugar (natural), melted plant-based butter, plant-based dairy, and natural gelling agent. Whisk until smooth and glossy, ready to pour over warm rolls once out of the oven.
- Glaze and Serve: Drizzle the glaze generously over the warm rolls, letting it melt into every swirl. Serve immediately to enjoy soft, sticky, flavorful Apple Cinnamon Rolls.
Notes
- Use fresh apples for the best texture and flavor.
- Allow the dough to rise fully for light and fluffy rolls.
- Roll the dough tightly to keep the swirl intact and well-layered rolls.
- Use unwaxed dental floss or a sharp knife for even slices without squishing the dough.
- Pour glaze while rolls are warm for optimal melt and shine.
- Prep Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 to 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: apple cinnamon rolls, plant-based cinnamon rolls, vegan breakfast, gluten-free rolls, cinnamon apple swirl
