Best 4 Apple Cider Cinnamon Rolls Recipes

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Apple cider cinnamon rolls are a delicious and comforting fall treat that are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. Made with a soft and fluffy yeast dough, they're filled with a sweet and tangy apple cider filling and then rolled in cinnamon sugar. The result is a sticky bun that's bursting with flavor. Whether you're looking for a special occasion breakfast or just a cozy treat to enjoy on a weekend morning, these apple cider cinnamon rolls are sure to hit the spot. So gather your ingredients and preheat your oven, because it's time to make some magic!

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

APPLE CIDER CINNAMON ROLLS



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Feeling creative, I put an apple spin on a traditional cinnamon roll recipe. The results were yummy! A panful is perfect for a weekend morning in autumn.-Kim Forni, Claremont, New Hampshire

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h30m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 17

3-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup sugar
1 package (1/4 ounce) quick-rise yeast
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup 2% milk
1/4 cup apple cider or juice
1/4 cup plus 1/3 cup butter, softened, divided
1 large egg, room temperature
2 cups finely chopped peeled tart apples
1-1/4 cups packed brown sugar
3/4 cup finely chopped walnuts
3 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2 cups apple cider or juice
1 cinnamon stick (3 inches)
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup butter, softened
1 cup confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine 2-1/4 cups flour, sugar, yeast and salt. In a small saucepan, heat the milk, cider and 1/4 cup butter to 120°-130°. Add to dry ingredients; beat just until moistened. Add egg; beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough (dough will be sticky)., Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Cover and let rest for 10 minutes. Roll into a 15x10-in. rectangle. Spread remaining butter to within 1/2 in. of edges. Combine the apples, brown sugar, walnuts and cinnamon; sprinkle over butter., Roll up jelly-roll style, starting with a long side; pinch seam to seal. Cut into 12 slices. Place cut side down in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 325°., Bake until golden brown, 30-35 minutes. For frosting, place cider and cinnamon stick in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced to 1/4 cup, about 20 minutes. Discard cinnamon stick; cool cider. , In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until fluffy. Add confectioners' sugar and reduced cider; beat until smooth. Spread over warm rolls.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 540 calories, Fat 25g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 73mg cholesterol, Sodium 272mg sodium, Carbohydrate 74g carbohydrate (44g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

CINNAMON APPLE CIDER MONKEY BREAD



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I use the cold-weather staple apple cider-plus apples and more cinnamon-to turn plain cinnamon rolls into monkey bread. My boys love the sticky sweetness. —Kelly Walsh, Aviston, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch     Desserts

Time 1h5m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

5 envelopes (0.74 ounce each) instant spiced cider mix
3 tubes (12.4 ounces each) refrigerated cinnamon rolls with icing
2 medium Granny Smith apples, peeled and chopped
1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
6 tablespoons butter, melted
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Combine cider mixes. Separate cinnamon rolls, setting aside icings; cut each roll into quarters. Add to cider mixture; toss to coat., Arrange a third of the dough pieces in a well-greased 10-in. fluted tube pan; top with half of the apples and half of the pecans. Repeat layers once. Top with remaining dough., Mix melted butter, cinnamon and icing from 1 container until blended. Drizzle over top of rolls. Bake until golden brown, 45-50 minutes. (If needed, cover top loosely with foil during last 5 minutes to prevent overbrowning.), Immediately invert monkey bread onto a serving plate; keep pan inverted 10 minutes, allowing bread to release. Remove pan. Meanwhile, microwave remaining icing, uncovered, until softened, about 10 seconds. Drizzle over monkey bread. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 329 calories, Fat 17g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 553mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

SLOW-COOKER APPLE CIDER CINNAMON ROLLS WITH EASY CREAM CHEESE-CARAMEL ICING



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Consider your oven-space shortage conquered: These Bisquick™-based apple cider-flavored cinnamon rolls cook to perfection in the crock.

Provided by Stephanie Wise

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h15m

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 1/2 cups Original Bisquick™ mix
1/3 cup spiced apple cider
1/3 cup milk
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2 teaspoons apple pie spice
1 container Betty Crocker™ Rich & Creamy cream cheese frosting
2 tablespoons caramel topping

Steps:

  • Line bottom and side of slow cooker with cooking parchment paper, then spray parchment with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, stir Roll Dough ingredients until dough forms. Turn out dough onto surface lightly sprinkled with Bisquick mix; knead until smooth, about 10 turns.
  • Roll dough into 15x9-inch rectangle. Brush with melted butter. In small bowl, mix brown sugar and apple pie spice; sprinkle on top. Tightly roll up dough from long end; pinch seam to seal. Cut roll into 9 equal slices. Place slices cut-side up in slow cooker.
  • Note: To absorb any condensation that forms inside the cover, secure a paper towel inside top of slow cooker cover. Cover; cook on High heat setting 2 hours to 2 hours 30 minutes or until rolls are baked through.
  • Use parchment to remove rolls from slow cooker. In medium bowl, stir Icing ingredients until well combined. Spread over warm or room-temperature rolls (you might not use all the icing). Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

AIR-FRYER APPLE DANISH



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I came up with this quick and tasty treat when my daughter had a sleepover. I whipped these together in no time and the girls devoured them! - Jennifer Stowell, Deep River, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tube (8 ounces) refrigerated crescent rolls
1/2 cup chunky applesauce
4 teaspoons apple cider or juice, divided
1-1/2 teaspoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat air fryer to 300°. Unroll crescent dough; separate into 8 triangles. Place 1 tablespoon applesauce at the wide end of each triangle; carefully roll up. Brush tops with 2 teaspoons cider. Combine sugar and cinnamon; sprinkle over rolls., In batches, arrange rolls, point side down, in a single layer in greased air fryer. Curve to form crescents. Cook until golden brown, 7-9 minutes. Cool slightly. Combine confectioners' sugar and remaining 2 teaspoons cider; drizzle over rolls. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 146 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 213mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Here are some tips for making the best apple cider cinnamon buns:

  • Use fresh or freshly squeezed apple cider. This will give the buns the best possible apple cider cinnamon roll.
  • Be sure to let the apple cider cinnamon roll proof until they are nice and puffy. This will ensure that they are soft and fluffy when they are baked.
  • Don't overtighten the apple cider cinnamon roll when you roll them. This will help to prevent them from being too tough.
  • Bake the apple cider cinnamon roll until they are golden brown. This will give them the perfect balance of sweetness and spice.
  • Serve the apple cider cinnamon roll warm with a drizzle of icing. This will make them irresistible.

Conclusion:

These apple cider cinnamon buns are the perfect treat for any occasion. They are soft, fluffy, and filled with a sweet apple cider cinnamon roll. With their warm and comforting spices and creamy frosting, these buns will be sure to put a smile on everyone's face. So go ahead and give this recipe a try, you won't be sneaking away from these apple cider cinnamon roll!

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