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Peach Pie Cinnamon Rolls Recipe

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These Peach Pie Cinnamon Rolls combine the classic fluffy, buttery cinnamon rolls with a delightful peach pie filling, creating a perfect blend of fruity sweetness and warm spices. Topped with a creamy cream cheese glaze, these rolls make a delicious treat for breakfast or dessert, capturing the essence of homemade comfort with a peachy twist.

Ingredients

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For the Dough:

  • 1 cup warm milk (110°F / 45°C)
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • ⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour

For the Peach Pie Filling:

  • 2 cups fresh or canned peaches, diced (drain well if using canned)
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Cinnamon-Sugar Filling:

  • ⅓ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

For the Cream Cheese Glaze:

  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2–3 tablespoons milk

Instructions

  1. Activate the yeast: Combine warm milk and active dry yeast in a large bowl. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until the mixture becomes frothy, indicating the yeast is active.
  2. Make the dough: Add granulated sugar, melted unsalted butter, eggs, and salt to the yeast mixture. Gradually mix in the all-purpose flour until a soft dough forms that pulls away from the sides of the bowl.
  3. Knead the dough: Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for 5-8 minutes until smooth and elastic, which helps develop gluten structure.
  4. First rise: Place the kneaded dough into a greased bowl, cover it with a clean towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.
  5. Prepare the peach filling: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine diced peaches, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, cornstarch, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens. Remove from heat and let it cool completely.
  6. Roll out the dough: After the first rise, punch down the dough and roll it out into a large rectangle approximately 16 by 12 inches.
  7. Add cinnamon-sugar filling: Spread the softened butter evenly over the rolled-out dough. In a bowl, mix the brown sugar and ground cinnamon, then sprinkle this mixture evenly over the buttered dough surface.
  8. Add the peach layer: Spread the cooled peach pie filling on top of the cinnamon-sugar layer, ensuring an even layer across the dough.
  9. Roll and slice: Carefully roll the dough tightly from one long edge to the other, creating a log. Slice the log into 12 even rolls to ensure uniform baking.
  10. Second rise: Place the rolls into a greased 9×13-inch baking pan, cover them, and let them rise again for 30-45 minutes, until puffy.
  11. Bake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 25-30 minutes, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
  12. Make the glaze: While the rolls bake, beat together softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth and pourable.
  13. Glaze the rolls: Once the rolls are out of the oven and still warm, spread the cream cheese glaze over the top. Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.

Notes

  • If the dough feels too sticky when rolling out, sprinkle additional flour a little at a time to prevent sticking.
  • Make sure the peach filling is completely cooled before spreading to prevent the dough from becoming soggy.
  • Use ripe fresh peaches for the best flavor, or well-drained canned peaches as an alternative.
  • The cinnamon-sugar mixture can be adjusted to taste if you prefer it more or less sweet or spicy.
  • For a thicker glaze, reduce the milk; for a thinner glaze, add more milk, one tablespoon at a time.

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