Apple-Filled Rolls Recipe

Apple-Filled Rolls Recipe

Ingredients:

For the Filling:

• • Apples – 3 medium (peeled and grated)

• • Sugar – 2 tablespoons
  • Cinnamon – to taste (about 1/2 teaspoon)
  • Butter – 1 tablespoon

For the Dough:

• • Flour – 270-280 grams (about 2 1/4 cups)
  • Baking powder – 1/2 teaspoon
  • Butter – 100 grams (7 tablespoons, cold)

• • Yogurt (or sour cream) – 200 grams (3/4 cup)
  • Egg – 1 large
  • Sugar – 2 tablespoons

• Vanilla – 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt – a pinch

For Finishing:

• • Powdered sugar – for sprinkling

Directions:

1. 1. Prepare the Apple Filling:
      • • Peel and grate the apples.
        • In a pan, melt the butter, then add the grated apples, sugar, and cinnamon.
        • Cook over medium heat until the apples soften and the liquid evaporates, about 5-7 minutes. Set the mixture aside to cool.

   2. Make the Dough:
      • • In a bowl, combine the flour (270-280g), baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
        • Add the cold butter (100g) to the flour mixture and use your fingers to rub the butter into the flour until it resembles crumbs.
      • In a separate bowl, whisk together the yogurt (or sour cream), egg, sugar, and vanilla.
      • Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until a soft dough forms. If it’s too sticky, add a little more flour.

1. 1. Shape the Rolls:
      • • Divide the dough into 4 equal parts.
        • Roll out each portion into a thin layer on a floured surface (about 1/4 inch thick).
        • Cut each rolled-out piece into 8 triangular segments (like pizza slices).
      • Place a small spoonful of the cooled apple filling at the wide end of each triangle.
      • Roll the dough from the wide end to the narrow tip, forming crescent-shaped rolls.

1. 1. Bake the Rolls:
      • • Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
        • Place the rolls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
        • Bake for about 15 minutes, or until the rolls are golden and fully cooked.

   2. Finish and Serve:
      • Allow the rolls to cool slightly, then sprinkle them with powdered sugar before serving.

Serving Suggestions:

• • Serve the apple-filled rolls warm with a cup of coffee or tea.
  • Add a drizzle of caramel or honey on top for extra sweetness.
  • Pair with a dollop of whipped cream or a side of vanilla ice cream for a dessert treat.

Cooking Tips:

• Use cold butter for the dough to create a crumbly texture that leads to a tender, flaky roll.
• If you want a richer flavor, substitute yogurt with sour cream.
• For a fun variation, add chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans to the apple filling for extra crunch.