Description
Wake up to warm, fluffy Apple Cinnamon Rolls made easy with simple plant-based ingredients and a natural gelling agent. These rolls offer a tender dough with a spiced apple filling that melts in your mouth, perfect for breakfast or any comforting treat. Enjoy the cozy flavors of cinnamon, apple, and a touch of sweetness in every bite.
Ingredients
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Dough Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup warm plant-based milk (about 110°F)
- 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 1/4 cup neutral oil (such as vegetable or canola)
- Pinch of salt
Filling Ingredients
- 2 cups grated fresh apples
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 2 tsp cinnamon powder (natural flavoring)
- 1 tsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural flavoring)
- 1/2 tsp natural gelling agent
Glaze Ingredients
- 1 cup powdered sugar (plant-based)
- 2–3 tbsp plant-based milk
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (natural flavoring)
Instructions
- Prepare the dough: Warm your plant-based milk to about 110°F, then stir in the active dry yeast and a pinch of sugar to activate. Let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy. In a large bowl, mix the flour, brown sugar, and a pinch of salt. Add the yeast mixture and neutral oil, then knead gently until a smooth dough forms. Cover and let rise for about an hour until doubled in size.
- Make the apple cinnamon filling: While the dough rises, grate fresh apples and combine with brown sugar, cinnamon powder (natural flavoring), vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural flavoring), and natural gelling agent. Mix well to create a lightly thickened, fragrant filling perfect for spreading.
- Roll out and fill the dough: Once the dough has risen, roll it out on a floured surface into a large rectangle approximately 12×16 inches. Evenly spread the apple cinnamon filling over the dough, leaving a small border along the edges.
- Shape and cut the rolls: Carefully roll up the dough lengthwise to form a log. Slice it into 12 equal-sized rolls using a sharp knife or dental floss for clean cuts.
- Final rise and bake: Place the rolls in a greased baking dish, cover loosely with a cloth, and let rise for 30 minutes until puffy. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Bake the rolls for 25-30 minutes or until golden and cooked through.
- Glaze and serve: While the rolls bake, mix powdered sugar (plant-based) with plant-based milk and vanilla extract (natural flavoring) to create a smooth glaze. Drizzle the glaze over the warm rolls before serving for a shiny, sweet finish.
Notes
- Proof the yeast properly by ensuring the milk is warm but not hot for perfect activation.
- Grate apples finely to allow the filling to spread evenly and blend into the rolls.
- Roll the dough tightly to prevent loose ends and keep the filling inside.
- Do not skip the final rise to achieve soft, fluffy rolls.
- Use fresh cinnamon powder (natural flavoring) for the best flavor impact.
- Prep Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: apple cinnamon rolls, plant-based cinnamon rolls, vegan apple rolls, cinnamon pastry, breakfast rolls