Apple Fritter Cinnamon Rolls
Breakfast · American
Soft, gooey apple fritter cinnamon rolls with buttery cinnamon apples and cream cheese frosting.
Added Oct 7, 2026
PrepPrep time
163 min
CookCook time
37 min
ServingsServings
9 to 12 rolls
Ingredients
1× yields 9 to 12 rolls
Dough
3/4 cup whole milk, warm
2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
1/4 cup sugar
1 egg
1 egg yolk
1/4 cup butter, melted
3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp salt
Apple Filling
2 apples, finely diced
2 tbsp butter
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp nutmeg
1 tsp vanilla
1 tsp cornstarch
Cinnamon Filling
1/3 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 1/2 tbsp cinnamon
Cinnamon Butter for Tray
2 tbsp butter, melted
2 tbsp brown sugar
1/2 tsp cinnamon
Before Baking
1/3 cup heavy cream
Cream Cheese Frosting
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup butter, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla
1 to 2 tbsp heavy cream
Notes
The dough rise times are part of the total timeline: first rise 1–1 1/2 hours, second rise 30–45 minutes. The apple filling cooks during the first rise, so the recipe moves faster when you multitask. Bake until the rolls are golden brown and set in the center. Best served warm with the cream cheese frosting spread on top. Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for 3–4 days and rewarm before serving.
Preparation
1
In a large bowl, mix , , and a little of . Let stand 5–10 minutes until foamy.
2
Add the remaining , , , , , and . Knead 7–8 minutes, then cover and let rise 1–1 1/2 hours.
3
While the dough rises, cook with , , , , and for 5–7 minutes. Stir in and let the filling cool.
4
Mix , , and and spread the mixture over the bottom of a greased baking dish.
5
Roll the dough into a rectangle. Spread with and sprinkle with and . Add the cooled apple mixture, roll up tightly, and cut into 9–12 rolls.
6
Arrange the rolls over the cinnamon-butter layer in the dish. Cover and let rise 30–45 minutes.
7
Pour evenly over the rolls just before baking.
8
Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 24–30 minutes, until golden brown.
9
Beat , , , , and until smooth and creamy.
10
Spread the frosting over the warm rolls. Add extra cooked apple pieces on top, if desired, and serve warm.
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