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Picture warm, fluffy rolls stuffed with cinnamon apples and finished off with a big scoop of smooth vanilla ice cream. It's the best kind of comfort for breakfast or dessert. Every bite gives you that soft, cozy dough, spiced apple chunks, and creamy cold ice cream all at once. Perfect for chilly mornings, lazy weekends, or when you just want something sweet.
INGREDIENTS- Vanilla ice cream: scoop for serving
- Vanilla extract: 1 tsp, gives the icing its flavor
- Milk: 2 tbsp, lets the icing mix nicely
- Powdered sugar: 1 cup, makes a smooth, sweet topping
- Cornstarch: 1 tbsp, thickens up the filling
- Lemon juice: 1 tbsp, keeps the apples fresh and adds tang
- Ground cinnamon: 1 tsp, brings a kick to the apple filling
- Brown sugar: 1/4 cup, sweetens the apples
- Apples: 2 cups, peeled, diced—use your favorite kind (Granny Smith for tartness)
- Eggs: 2 large, helps hold the dough together
- Unsalted butter: 1/4 cup, melted for the dough
- Milk: 1 cup, warm to get the dough going
- Ground cinnamon: 1/2 tsp, adds warmth to the dough
- Salt: 1 tsp, just enough to balance everything
- Active dry yeast: 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp), makes the dough rise
- Granulated sugar: 1/4 cup, sweetens up the dough
- All-purpose flour: 4 cups, the main base for the dough
- Step 13:
- Top each roll with a big scoop of vanilla ice cream and pour icing over while they're still warm.
- Step 12:
- To make icing, whisk together vanilla, powdered sugar, and milk in a little bowl—get it smooth.
- Step 11:
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 25-30 minutes until you see golden tops.
- Step 10:
- Keep the rolls covered and let them puff up one more time for 30-45 minutes.
- Step 9:
- Slice the log into a dozen pieces and nestle them into your greased 9x13 pan.
- Step 8:
- Roll up the dough from a long edge to make a log and pinch it closed
- Step 7:
- Once your dough's puffy, flatten it into a rectangle (about a quarter-inch thick), then spread your apple mix all over.
- Step 6:
- Add diced apples, brown sugar, a spoon of cinnamon, lemon juice, and cornstarch to a bowl. Give it all a good stir.
- Step 5:
- Put the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let it chill somewhere warm for an hour till twice as big.
- Step 4:
- Tip the dough onto some floured space. Knead it for about 5–7 minutes until smooth like a pillow.
- Step 3:
- Add the liquid mix to the dry stuff and stir. Keep adding the leftover flour till the dough just comes together.
- Step 2:
- Grab a second bowl and mix warm milk, melted butter, and eggs together.
- Step 1:
- Stir together half the flour, granulated sugar, yeast, salt, and your first hit of cinnamon in a big bowl.
- Best when they're still warm and the ice cream starts to melt over the top.
- Got extras? Toss them in a tight container in the fridge, then pop in the microwave to reheat.
- Want even more cinnamon? Shake a little on the ice cream.
- Save time by making the apple mix ahead and keeping it chilled till you're ready.
Words from Kitchen Pros
- Pro tip: Granny Smith apples are awesome—they add just the right tart bite to balance sweet stuff.
- Pro tip: Mix in a splash of maple syrup to your icing if you want a touch of cozy fall flavor.
You get the classic combo of cinnamon and apples, plus the cold creaminess of vanilla ice cream all together. It's warm, it's cool, it's the perfect treat when you're craving comfort.
FAQsCan I use instant yeast for this?
Go ahead—just swap it in and don't worry about proofing first.
How do I keep these rolls from turning dry?
If they're browning up top, cover them loosely with foil for the last 10 minutes in the oven.
Is it possible to prep this in advance?
You sure can. Set up the rolls the night before, stick them in the fridge, and let them rise before you bake in the morning.
What else can I put on top?
Try drizzling caramel sauce, tossing on toasted pecans, or a dusting of cinnamon sugar for an extra layer.
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