The Christmas Cinnamon Rolls with Apples are an even richer and more fragrant version of the classic cinnamon treats.
The soft dough wraps around an irresistible filling of caramelized apples, raisins, and chopped walnuts, topped with a rum glaze that smells of celebration.
Perfect for Christmas breakfast or holiday snacks, these delicious rolls will win everyone over with their spicy aroma and enveloping taste.

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Difficulty: Medium
Cost: Economic
Rest time: 1 Hour 30 Minutes
Preparation time: 1 Hour
Portions: 12
Cooking methods: Oven
Cuisine: Italian
Seasonality: New Year, Christmas

Ingredients

about 12 rolls

2 1/2 cups Manitoba flour
1/4 cup sugar
2/3 cup milk
1/2 oz fresh yeast
1 egg
1/4 cup butter
salt
cinnamon powder
2 apples
1/4 cup butter
1/3 cup sugar
cinnamon powder
1/3 cup raisins
1/3 cup walnuts
2/3 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon rum
1 teaspoon lemon juice

Tools

Large bowl
Whisk or mixer
Rolling pin
9×13 in baking pan
Parchment paper
Smooth blade knife
Pastry brush

Steps

To prepare the Christmas Cinnamon Rolls with Apples, Walnuts, Raisins, and Rum Glaze watch the video HERE.

Prepare the dough
In a bowl, place the flour, yeast, sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Add the egg, butter, and milk, kneading until you get a soft and elastic dough. Transfer to the work surface and form a ball.
Cover with plastic wrap and let rise for about 1 hour or until doubled.

Prepare the filling
In a pan, put the diced apples, butter, add the sugar and cinnamon.
Let it cook for 5 minutes until they become soft and lightly caramelized.
Turn off the heat and add raisins and walnuts. Let it cool.
Roll out the dough on a floured surface into a rectangle of about 12×16 in.
Spread the apple, walnut, and raisin filling evenly.
Roll starting from the long side, seal well and cut into slices.
Cover with plastic wrap and let rise for another 30 minutes.
Bake in a static oven at 350°F for 25–30 minutes, until the rolls are golden and soft.
Mix the powdered sugar with rum and lemon juice until you get a smooth glaze.
When the rolls are warm, drizzle the glaze with a teaspoon.
Enjoy your meal!