Apple Harvest Cinnamon Rolls

1. 1

   In a large bowl combine 3 cups of flour and all yeast; set aside.

2. 2

   In a saucepan, heat and stir milk, 1/4 cup butter, the granulated sugar and 1 1/2 tsp salt until warm. Add to flour mixture, then add egg.

3. 3

   Beat with a mixer, scraping sides of bowl. Beat on high 3 minutes. Using a wooden spoon, add as much of remaining flour as you can.

4. 4

   Turn dough out onto floured surface, kneading until smooth and elastic. Shape dough into bowl and place in greased bowl, then cover and let rise until double in size (45-60 min).

5. 5

   For filling, melt remaining butter, stir in brown sugar and 2 tsp cinnamon. Stir in chopped apple and apple butter. Set aside.

6. 6

   Punch down dough and turn onto floured surface. Divide dough in half and left rest 10 minutes. Roll each half into a rectangle, spread half the filling onto each.

7. 7

   Starting from short side, roll into a log and pinch seams. Cut into six 2-inch pieces.

8. 8

   Place all pieces in a greased 9x13 pan, cover and let rise for 30 to 40 minutes. Bake at 350 degrees 35 to 40 minutes.

9. 9

   Combine powdered sugar and enough apple juice to be able to drizzle over slightly cooled rolls.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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