5.0 from 15 votes
Frosted Apple Butter Cinnamon Rolls
A quick and easy no yeast dough filled with a yummy Apple Butter filling and topped with a creamy Maple Glaze.
Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
1 hr
Servings: 9 Rolls
Calories: 348 kcal
Course:
Dessert , Breakfast
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
FOR THE BOTTOM OF THE PAN
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon butter (softened)
FOR THE DOUGH
- 1 cup whole fat plain yogurt
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 2½ cups all purpose flour *(1-2 tablespoons extra if dough is very sticky)
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup cold butter* (cubed or shredded)
*If using unsalted butter then add ½ teaspoon salt.
FILLING
- ¾ cup apple butter
MAPLE FROSTING
- ½ cup powdered/icing sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- ½ tablespoon milk (depending on how thick you like it)
Instructions
- Pre-heat oven to 375F / 190C. Line a 9 inch (23 cm) baking pan with parchment paper, then butter the paper and sprinkle the brown sugar on top. Set aside.
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FOR THE DOUGH
- In a small bowl beat together the yogurt and egg.
- In a large bowl whisk together the flour,k sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Add the chopped or grated cold butter and combine until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add the yogurt mixture to the flour mixture (if very sticky then add 1-2 tablespoons extra of flour, the dough should be slightly sticky) and mix with a fork or spatula to form a soft dough (do not over mix).
- Move to a lightly floured flat surface and pat into a large rectangle, then roll out with a floured rolling pin to an 11×8 inch (28x20cm) rectangle. Spread the top of the dough with the apple butter. Roll up from the long end, pinch the edges to seal the dough. Cut into 9 slices.
- Arrange the slices cut side down on the prepared pan. Bake for approximately 20-25 minutes, until golden or a toothpick comes out clean or with a couple of crumbs attached. Remove from the pan and let cool to warm on a wire rack, then spread with the frosting if desired and serve. Enjoy!
FOR THE FROSTING
- In a small bowl combine powdered sugar, vanilla and maple syrup if it is too thick add ½ tablespoon of milk, mix until smooth.
Notes
- Since this is no yeast dough it is important not to overmix the dough otherwise your rolls may turn out flat and dense.
- Apple butter is more concentrated and more spiced than apple sauce. It’s thick like butter and has a smooth texture.
- Store covered with foil or in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Warm individual rolls in the microwave until heated through.
- To freeze, it is best to freeze without the frosting, cool the cinnamon buns completely then wrap individual rolls in plastic wrap and store in a freezer safe bag. Thaw in the refrigerator and reheat to desired temp.
Nutrition Information
Calories
348kcal
(17%)
Carbohydrates
52g
(17%)
Protein
5g
(10%)
Fat
13g
(20%)
Saturated Fat
8g
(40%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
3g
Trans Fat
0.5g
Cholesterol
55mg
(18%)
Sodium
243mg
(10%)
Potassium
215mg
(6%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
23g
(46%)
Vitamin A
417IU
(8%)
Vitamin C
0.3mg
(0%)
Calcium
94mg
(9%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 9Rolls
Amount Per Serving
Calories 348
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 348kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 52g | 17% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 0.5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 55mg | 18% |
| Sodium | 243mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 215mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 23g | 46% |
| Vitamin A | 417IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 0.3mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 94mg | 9% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.