Caramel Apple Cinnamon Rolls (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Dough
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1 cup warm milk
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1 tablespoon instant dry yeast
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2 tablespoons granulated sugar
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1 teaspoon salt
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3 tablespoons salted butter, softened
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1 large egg
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3 cups all-purpose flour
→ Filling
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1/2 cup salted butter, softened
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1/2 cup brown sugar
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1-2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
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2 medium Granny Smith apples, cored and finely chopped
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1/2 cup caramel sauce
→ Glaze
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1/2 cup caramel sauce
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1/4 cup chopped pecans (optional)
# Instructions:
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In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine warm milk, yeast, sugar, salt, butter, and egg. Add in flour. Using a dough hook, turn the mixer on to a low speed. Once the flour starts to incorporate into the dough, increase the speed to medium. Add more flour as necessary so that the dough pulls away from the sides of the bowl. The dough mixture should be soft and tacky, but not stick to your hands. Adjust flour as needed.
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Transfer the dough to a lightly greased mixing bowl. Cover with a towel and let rise until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
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Lightly grease a baking sheet. Punch down the dough and roll it into a 12-inch by 18-inch rectangle.
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Spread 1/2 cup softened butter onto the dough in an even layer, leaving 1/4 inch around the edges. In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar and cinnamon, and sprinkle over the butter. Distribute finely chopped apples evenly over the sugar mixture. Finally, drizzle 1/2 cup caramel sauce on top.
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Roll the dough tightly lengthwise into one long roll. Use plain dental floss or a sharp knife to cut the roll into 12 one-inch slices.
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Place the slices onto a lightly greased 9x13 pan. Cover and let rise for 30 to 45 minutes.
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 18-22 minutes, until lightly golden on top and the apples are softened.
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Drizzle the remaining 1/2 cup caramel sauce on top of the rolls while still warm. Sprinkle with chopped pecans if desired. Serve immediately or cool and store for later use.
# Notes:
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For a more pronounced caramel apple flavor, use 1 tablespoon of cinnamon. For a balance of cinnamon roll and caramel apple flavors, use 2 tablespoons of cinnamon.