Here’s a cozy, soul-warming treat that brings together the best of two worlds: Apple Pie Cinnamon Rolls – Hungarian Style 🇭🇺. Inspired by Hungarian flavors and textures, these rolls feature soft dough, spiced apple filling (think: almás rétes vibes), and a rich cinnamon swirl — perfect for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon kávé break.
🇭🇺 Apple Pie Cinnamon Rolls (Almás Fahéjas Tekercsek)
🥐 Dough Ingredients:
- 3 1/4 cups (400g) all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm milk (about 100°F / 38°C)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Zest of 1 lemon (a classic Hungarian touch)
🍏 Apple Pie Filling:
- 3 medium apples (preferably Golden or Jonagold), peeled & finely diced
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Optional: handful of chopped walnuts or raisins
🍥 Cinnamon Sugar Layer:
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp softened butter (for spreading)
🍶 Vanilla Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tbsp milk
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract