Apple Cinnamon Rolls Delight (Ready-to-Print Version)
Tender rolls with apple cider and cinnamon, glazed for a warm, comforting touch.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Dough
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¾ cup warm apple cider (about 110°F)
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2¼ teaspoons active dry yeast (one packet)
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¼ cup granulated sugar
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¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
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1 large egg, room temperature
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3 cups all-purpose flour, plus extra for rolling
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½ teaspoon salt
→ Filling
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½ cup unsalted butter, softened
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¾ cup packed light brown sugar
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1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
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1 teaspoon apple pie spice
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2 tablespoons reduced apple cider
→ Glaze
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½ cup reduced apple cider
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¼ cup granulated sugar
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
# Step-by-Step Guide:
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Combine 1⅞ cups apple cider in a saucepan and simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until reduced to about ⅔ cup and syrupy in consistency. Cool completely before use.
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Warm ¾ cup apple cider to approximately 110°F. In a bowl, mix warm cider with yeast and a pinch of sugar. Allow to sit 5–10 minutes until foamy.
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Add remaining sugar, melted butter, egg, and salt to the yeast mixture. Gradually incorporate flour until a sticky dough forms. Knead on a floured surface for 6–8 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled, about 1 to 1½ hours.
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Cream together softened butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and apple pie spice. Stir in 2 tablespoons of the reduced apple cider until spreadable. Set aside.
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Punch down risen dough and roll into a 12 by 18 inch rectangle on a floured surface. Spread filling evenly over the dough, reaching edges. Roll tightly from the long side into a log. Slice into 12 equal rolls and arrange in a greased 9 by 13 inch baking dish. Cover and let rise until puffed, 30–45 minutes.
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Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake rolls for 23–28 minutes until golden and cooked through. Tent with foil during the last 5 minutes if they brown too quickly.
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While baking, combine reduced apple cider, sugar, and butter in a saucepan. Bring to a gentle boil while stirring until sugar dissolves and mixture thickens slightly. Remove from heat and cool until glossy and pourable.
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Allow rolls to cool 5–10 minutes after baking. Drizzle warm glaze over the rolls and serve warm for best flavor.
# Handy Tips:
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For best results, reduce cider slowly on medium-low heat to develop rich caramelized apple flavors. Refrigerate arranged rolls overnight for enhanced taste and easier morning baking.
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Use unflavored dental floss or a very sharp knife to slice rolls for clean edges and preserved swirls.