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Apple Cider Cinnamon Rolls

Apple Cider Cinnamon Rolls – Soft, Gooey & Filled with Cozy Fall Flavor!
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Delicious and fluffy apple cider cinnamon rolls perfect for autumn.

Ingredients

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  • 3/4 cup warm apple cider (about 110°F)
  • 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for rolling
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (for filling)
  • 3/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp apple pie spice
  • 2 tbsp reduced apple cider (for filling)
  • 1/2 cup reduced apple cider (for glaze)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for glaze)
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter (for glaze)

Instructions

  1. Combine 6 tablespoons and 1 1/2 cups apple cider in a saucepan. Simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the liquid reduces to approximately 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons and becomes syrupy. Allow to cool completely.
  2. Warm 3/4 cup apple cider to 110°F. In a large bowl, mix warm cider with yeast and a pinch of sugar. Let sit 5 to 10 minutes until foamy.
  3. Add sugar, melted butter, egg, and salt. Gradually mix in flour until a sticky dough forms.
  4. Knead on a floured surface for 6 to 8 minutes or with a stand mixer for 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  5. Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 to 1 1/2 hours.
  6. While dough rises, cream softened butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and apple pie spice together. Stir in 2 tablespoons of reduced apple cider until spreadable. Set aside.
  7. Punch down the risen dough and transfer to a floured surface. Roll into a 12 by 18 inch rectangle. Evenly spread the filling over the dough, reaching edges.
  8. Roll tightly from the long side into a log. Slice into 12 even rolls. Arrange rolls in a greased 9 by 13 inch baking dish.
  9. Cover and let rise until puffy, 30 to 45 minutes.
  10. Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake rolls for 23 to 28 minutes until golden and cooked through. Tent with foil in the last 5 minutes if browning too quickly.
  11. While rolls bake, combine reduced apple cider, granulated sugar, and butter in a saucepan. Bring to a gentle boil, stirring until sugar dissolves and mixture thickens slightly. Remove from heat and let cool until glossy and pourable.
  12. Cool rolls for 5 to 10 minutes after baking. Drizzle generously with warm glaze. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Ensure that the apple cider is warmed to the correct temperature for optimal yeast activation.
  • Let the dough rise in a warm, draft-free area for best results.
  • Tent with foil if rolls brown too quickly in the oven.

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