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Ingredients
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Dough
Filling
Frosting
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine 4 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons of instant yeast, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Whisk together until well combined.
- 2
Heat Milk and Butter
In a small saucepan, heat 1 cup of milk and 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter over medium heat until the butter melts. Allow to cool slightly until warm, not hot.
- 3
- 4
Knead the Dough
Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Filling Preparation
- 5
Prepare Filling Mixture
In a medium bowl, mix together 1 cup of brown sugar and 2 tablespoons of ground cinnamon. Set aside.
- 6
Prepare Apples and Pecans
Chop 1 cup of pecans and dice 2 cups of apples. Set them aside for later use.
- 7
Roll Out Dough
After the dough has risen, roll it out on a floured surface into a rectangle, about 16x12 inches.
- 8
Add Filling
Spread 1 cup of softened unsalted butter over the rolled dough, then sprinkle with the brown sugar and cinnamon mixture, followed by the chopped pecans and diced apples.
Rolling and Baking
- 9
Roll the Dough
Starting from the longer side, tightly roll the dough into a log and cut it into 12 equal pieces.
- 10
Prepare for Baking
Place the rolls in a greased baking dish, cover with a cloth, and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
- 11
Bake Rolls
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
Frosting Preparation
- 12
Make Cream Cheese Frosting
In a mixing bowl, beat together 8 oz of cream cheese, 4 tablespoons of softened unsalted butter, 2 cups of powdered sugar, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- 13
Frost the Rolls
Once the rolls are baked and slightly cooled, generously spread the cream cheese frosting over the top.
