Apple Crisp Cinnamon Rolls

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Imagine warm, homemade cinnamon rolls with a delicious surprise – they’re stuffed with a mix of cinnamon and tasty apple pie filling. On top, there’s a sweet crumbly layer made with oats and brown sugar. To top it all off, there’s a creamy cream cheese icing.

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Embark on a flavor-filled journey with our Apple Crisp Cinnamon Rolls, a delightful twist on a classic favorite. Envision soft and fluffy cinnamon rolls generously filled with a delectable mixture of spiced apple slices, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Each roll is a harmonious blend of sweet and tart, with the warmth of cinnamon complementing the tender apple filling. Topped with a crisp and buttery crumble, these rolls are a symphony of textures and flavors that evoke the comforting essence of apple crisp. Drizzled with a sweet glaze, our Apple Crisp Cinnamon Rolls are a delectable treat that brings the cozy flavors of fall to your table.

Warm and gooey homemade Apple Crisp Cinnamon Rolls are one of the tastiest breakfast treats you can make! This apple crisp version is perfect for fall.

If you’ve never made cinnamon rolls from scratch, get ready for an amazing experience. Nothing beats the aroma and flavor of freshly baked cinnamon rolls right from your own kitchen. Even those from Cinnabon don’t quite compare to the homemade goodness. These apple pie cinnamon rolls take that goodness to the next level.

Each layer of these rolls, from the buttery dough to the cinnamon apple pie filling, the crisp oat crumble, and the sweet creamy icing, is incredibly delicious. When all these flavors come together, you get a breakfast bite that’s truly out of this world.

Looking at the recipe might seem a bit overwhelming at first, as there are more instructions than some of our other recipes. But don’t worry, it’s easier than it looks! The Apple Crisp Cinnamon Rolls can be broken down into four parts: dough, filling, topping, and icing. The dough might seem challenging, but we have a foolproof recipe and tips to ensure it turns out light and airy every time.

You can make breakfast a breeze by preparing Apple Crisp Cinnamon Rolls the night before. The second stage, known as the “proof” or rising of the filled dough, can be done overnight in the refrigerator. Just make and fill the rolls, put them in a greased pan, wrap tightly with plastic wrap, and refrigerate. In the morning, let the rolls come to room temperature, then bake as usual. Enjoy fresh-baked cinnamon rolls without the morning hassle!

VARIATIONS ON APPLE CRISP CINNAMON ROLLS

  • Quick and Easy Cinnamon Rolls: If you’re short on time, you can skip making homemade cinnamon rolls and use two cans of jumbo-sized packaged cinnamon rolls. Grease a baking dish and arrange the cinnamon rolls in the bottom. Spread apple pie filling over the top, add crumble topping, and bake for 20 minutes. Serve with cream cheese icing.
  • Add a Crunch with Nuts: For a delightful crunch, include up to 1 cup of chopped pecans or walnuts. Add ½ cup to the streusel topping and ½ cup to the filling.
  • Experiment with Different Fillings: Try these Apple Crisp Cinnamon Rolls with alternative fruit fillings such as cherry pie filling or blueberry pie filling. You can also use 2 cups of pumpkin puree or one large can, mixed with 1 tbsp of sugar and 1 tsp of pumpkin pie spice.
  • Fresh Apples Instead of Filling: Instead of using apple pie filling, use fresh apples in the cinnamon roll filling. Peel and dice tart apples (like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp) into bite-sized pieces. Spread the diced apples evenly over the cinnamon sugar mixture and assemble as usual.
  • Enhance the Icing: If you’re a fan of cinnamon flavor, add ½ tsp of ground cinnamon to the cream cheese icing. You can also experiment with other flavors like apple pie spice blend, maple syrup, melted chocolate, cocoa powder, or molasses for a variety of delicious tastes.

HOW TO STORE APPLE CRISP CINNAMON ROLLS

Serving:

Without Icing: Apple Crisp Cinnamon Rolls are good at room temperature for up to 3 days.
With Icing: If you put cream cheese icing on Apple Cinnamon Rolls, it’s best to store them within 2h.

Storing:

Keep Apple Cinnamon Rolls with Icing in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
To warm them up, use the oven until they’re heated through.

Freezing:

You can freeze Apple Crisp Cinnamon Rolls without icing for up to 3 months in a sealed container.
Reheat them directly from the freezer, covered with foil, in a low-temperature oven (300-325 degrees).

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