apple rolls

Made for fall weekends, holiday mornings, and special occasions, these apple cinnamon rolls with fresh apples and cream cheese frosting are an upgrade on classic homemade cinnamon rolls.

Apple Cinnamon Rolls

oz cream cheese

TBSP butter

sugar

vanilla bean paste

TBSP butter - softened

brown sugar

cinnamon

ginger

tsp cardamom

milk

instant yeast (1 packet)

eggs

salt

butter - melted

flour

Warm milk to between 105º to 110ºF. Sprinkle...

Warm milk to between 105º to 110ºF. Sprinkle yeast on top and let it proof for 5 - 10 minutes. Yeast should foam up. If it doesn't start over with fresh yeast.

In the bowl of your stand mixer whisk...

In the bowl of your stand mixer whisk together the eggs and salt. Add the yeast mixture, melted butter, sugar, and 4 cups of flour.

With the dough hook attachment, mix on low...

With the dough hook attachment, mix on low to combine, stopping to scrape the sides at least twice. About 3 minutes.

The dough should be soft and wet. Add...

The dough should be soft and wet. Add the remaining flour 1/4 cup or less at a time, mixing each addition until combined completely. You may not need it all, you'll know it's enough when the dough no longer sticks to the bowl.

When the dough is shaggy and no longer...

When the dough is shaggy and no longer sticking to the bowl, knead the dough with the mixer or by hand.

To knead with the mixer: run the mixer...

To knead with the mixer: run the mixer on the lowest setting for 5 - 7 minutes, stopping at least twice to push the dough back down and off the dough hook. To knead by hand: turn the dough out onto a clean, well floured work surface. Knead for 10 - 15 minutes. The dough should be smooth, not sticky, and bounce back to the touch.

Shape the dough into a ball and place...

Shape the dough into a ball and place it into a large oiled bowl. Turn the dough over to coat with oil, then cover with a clean kitchen towel and allow to rise 1 - 2 hours or until doubled in size.

While the dough is proofing, prepare the filling.

On a well floured surface, use a rolling...

On a well floured surface, use a rolling pin to shape the dough into a large rectangle. Approximately 18" x 12" and 1/4" thick.

Spread the softened butter on the dough. In...

Spread the softened butter on the dough. In a small bowl combine the brown sugar and spices, then sprinkle on top of the butter. Follow with the diced apple chunks.

Starting with the long side of the rectangle,...

Starting with the long side of the rectangle, gently roll the dough towards you so that you have a roughly 18" long log.

Place the seam side of the roll down...

Place the seam side of the roll down and trim any uneven ends. Slice the log into 12 equal pieces by slicing the roll in half, then half again, then dividing the quarters into thirds.

Place each roll on it's end in a...

Place each roll on it's end in a buttered 9" x 13" pan. Keep the smaller rolls towards the center to prevent burning.

Cover with a clean kitchen towel, place in...

Cover with a clean kitchen towel, place in a warm spot, and allow to rise for 30 - 90 minutes or until the rolls have doubled in size.

Bake uncovered in a 350 degree oven for...

Bake uncovered in a 350 degree oven for 25 - 30 minutes or until the tops are golden brown.

In a stand mixer with the whisk attachment,...

In a stand mixer with the whisk attachment, whip the softened cream cheese and butter until light and fluffy.

Add the powdered sugar 1/2 cup at a...

Add the powdered sugar 1/2 cup at a time, mixing to combine completely and scraping down the sides of the bowl between additions.

After the last addition, with the mixer running...

After the last addition, with the mixer running add the vanilla bean paste (or equal parts vanilla extract) and combine completely.

Apple bulochki are a popular Slavic dessert made with a sweet yeast dough. They are tender, pillowy soft and not too sweet.

Apple Bulochki

milk (105-115 degrees Fahrenheit)

dry yeast

Tablespoons sugar

eggs, lightly beaten (for the dough)

all purpose flour

Apple Filling (about 3 cups of filling)

egg egg

Sprinkle the yeast over the warm milk and add about a teaspoon of the sugar that you'll be adding to the whole dough. Mix it a little and let it stand for about 5 minutes until it foams.

Combine the yeast mixture, the remaining sugar, melted butter and 2 beaten eggs together in a large bowl.

Add the flour and mix the dough in a standing mixer, the bread machine using the dough setting or by hand until the dough comes together.

Cover and let it stand in a warm place to rise until it doubles, for about 1 -1 1/2 hours. I usually tightly cover the bowl with plastic wrap, which prevents the dough from drying up, and then wrap it in a heated blanket.

Meanwhile make the Apple Filling, unless you already made it ahead of time.

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly brush a rimmed baking sheet with oil.

Take a small portion of dough, press it into a circle in the palm of your hand and place about a Tablespoon or so of filling into the center. Pinch the edges closed and shape the formed bulochka into an oval shape.

Place it seam side down on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with the rest of the dough and the filling. You should have approximately 20-25 bulochki. (I had 22 last time I made them.)

Brush with the egg wash and let them rise for another 30 minutes to an hour, until they double in size.

Bake until golden brown. I would guess about 20-25 minutes. I'll update it next time I make them.

Awesome l! Is it ok to use that recipe for savory bulichki? Ground beef or potato?

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