COCONUT-APRICOT SWEET ROLLS

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You'll appreciate the fact that this recipe makes a big batch of yummy yeast rolls. I bake as directed, then put half in the freezer. When thawed and reheated, they taste just as good as the day they were made!-Candice Scholl, West Sunbury, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h10m

Yield 2-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 26

2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast
1 teaspoon sugar
2-1/2 cups warm water (110° to 115°), divided
1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)
1-1/2 cups whole wheat flour
1/2 cup canola oil
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3/4 teaspoon salt
4-1/2 to 5 cups all-purpose flour
FILLING:
2 cups dried apricots, chopped
1 cup water
2 cups packed brown sugar
1 cup finely chopped walnuts
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
1/2 cup butter, melted
4 tablespoons honey, divided
GLAZE:
2-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
3 tablespoons whole milk
3 tablespoons butter, melted
1-1/4 teaspoons vanilla extract
Sweetened shredded coconut, toasted

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, dissolve yeast and sugar in 1 cup warm water; let stand for 5 minutes. Add the dry cake mix, whole wheat flour, oil, eggs, vanilla, salt and remaining water. Beat until smooth. Stir in enough all-purpose flour to form a soft dough. , Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease the top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour. , In a large saucepan, bring apricots and water to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes or until apricots are tender. Drain. In a bowl, combine the apricots, brown sugar, walnuts, coconut, flour and cinnamon; set aside., Punch dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; divide in half. Roll each half into an 18x12-in. rectangle. Brush melted butter to within 1/2 in. of edges; sprinkle with apricot mixture. Drizzle each with 1 tablespoon honey. Roll up jelly-roll style, starting with a long side; pinch seams to seal. , Cut each into 15 rolls. Place cut side up in two greased 13x9-in. baking pans and one 9-in. square baking pan. Drizzle with remaining honey. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 30 minutes. , Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Combine the confectioners' sugar, milk, butter and vanilla; drizzle over rolls. Sprinkle with coconut. Serve warm.

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Jaeden Cotes
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These sweet rolls are the perfect combination of sweet and tart. The coconut and apricot flavors are a match made in heaven.


Theophilus kalio
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I've never been a fan of coconut, but these sweet rolls changed my mind. The coconut flavor was subtle and perfectly complemented the apricots.


Kyeremateng Kwabena
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I made these sweet rolls for my family and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved the soft and fluffy texture and the delicious coconut-apricot filling.


Bismarck Ronniex
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These sweet rolls were a bit too dense for my taste, but the flavor was still good.


Sajida Yasmeen
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I highly recommend these coconut-apricot sweet rolls. They're a delicious and easy-to-make treat that everyone will love.


youssef Tarek
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These coconut-apricot sweet rolls are the perfect way to use up leftover coconut and apricots.


Afia Agyeiwaa
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I love the combination of coconut and apricot in these sweet rolls. It's a unique and delicious flavor.


Shahin Alom
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These sweet rolls are perfect for a special occasion breakfast or brunch.


Jovene Mitchell
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I'm a beginner baker, and these coconut-apricot sweet rolls were the perfect recipe for me. They were easy to make and turned out beautifully.


Yu Sha
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my sweet rolls didn't turn out as fluffy as I expected. I'm not sure what went wrong.


Mowliid Abdi Ali
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These sweet rolls were a bit too sweet for my taste, but my kids loved them.


Johnny Olivas
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I'm not usually a fan of coconut, but these sweet rolls changed my mind! The coconut flavor was subtle and perfectly complemented the apricots.


Julian Jay
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These were delicious! The coconut and apricot flavors were a perfect combination.


velu devakumar
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I've made these coconut-apricot sweet rolls several times now, and they're always a favorite. They're so easy to make, and they always turn out perfect.


GamerGirl Lily
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These coconut-apricot sweet rolls were a hit at my brunch party! They were so soft and fluffy, and the coconut-apricot filling was the perfect balance of sweet and tart.