Apple Cinnamon Rolls with Vanilla Ice Cream – A Warm & Sweet Breakfast Treat 🍏🍥🍦

Indulge in these soft, sweet Apple Cinnamon Rolls, filled with spiced apple goodness, drizzled with vanilla icing, and topped with creamy vanilla ice cream. Perfect for dessert or a decadent breakfast treat!

Ingredients

For the Dough:

• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 cup milk, warmed
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 2 large eggs

For the Apple Filling:

• 2 cups diced apples (Granny Smith recommended)
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp cornstarch

For the Icing:

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tbsp milk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

For Serving:

• Vanilla ice cream

Directions

1. Prepare the Dough:

• Combine 2 cups of flour, sugar, yeast, salt, and cinnamon in a large bowl.
• Mix warmed milk, melted butter, and eggs in a separate bowl.
• Gradually combine wet and dry ingredients, adding the rest of the flour until a soft dough forms.

2. Knead the Dough:

• Turn dough onto a floured surface; knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth.
• Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled.

3. Make the Apple Filling:

• Combine diced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, lemon juice, and cornstarch.

4. Roll and Fill:

• Roll dough into a rectangle (1/4 inch thick).
• Spread apple filling evenly.

5. Shape and Rise:

• Roll the dough into a log and slice into 12 pieces.
• Arrange in a greased 9×13-inch dish; let rise for 30-45 minutes.

6. Bake:

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden.

7. Make the Icing:

• Mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.

8. Serve:

• Drizzle icing over warm rolls and top with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Tips:

• Storage: Keep rolls in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat before serving.
• Variation: Add chopped pecans or raisins to the apple filling for extra texture.

Savor these warm, gooey Apple Cinnamon Rolls with a cold scoop of ice cream for a heavenly dessert experience! 🍏🍦✨