This No-Yeast Giant Apple Cinnamon Roll is the perfect quick and easy alternative to traditional cinnamon rolls—no rising time needed! Made with a soft, buttery dough, spiced apple filling, and a luscious cinnamon-sugar swirl, this oversized cinnamon roll is fluffy, warm, and packed with fall flavors.
It’s baked in a single dish, making it simple to prepare and perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. Serve it warm with a drizzle of icing or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate treat!
Kitchen Equipment Needed
- Mixing bowls
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Rolling pin
- 9-inch round cake pan or skillet
- Pastry brush
Ingredients Overview
- Flour & Baking Powder: Acts as the base, creating a soft dough without yeast.
- Apples: Adds natural sweetness and a juicy texture.
- Cinnamon & Brown Sugar: Creates a warm, spiced filling.
- Butter & Milk: Keeps the dough tender and flavorful.
Ingredients (Serves 6-8)
For the Dough
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- ¾ cup milk (or buttermilk)
For the Apple Cinnamon Filling
- 2 apples, peeled and finely diced
- ⅓ cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
For the Glaze
- ¾ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
Step 1: Make the Dough
In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Cut in cold butter using a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in milk until a dough forms.
Step 2: Prepare the Filling
In a small bowl, mix diced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Set aside.
Step 3: Roll & Fill the Dough
Turn the dough onto a floured surface and roll it into a 12×18-inch rectangle. Brush with melted butter, then spread the apple mixture evenly over the surface.
Step 4: Shape the Cinnamon Roll
Cut the dough into 3-inch-wide strips. Roll the first strip into a tight spiral and place in the center of a greased 9-inch pan. Continue wrapping the remaining strips around the center, forming a giant roll.
Step 5: Bake the Roll
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Step 6: Glaze & Serve
Whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Drizzle over the warm roll and serve immediately.
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
30 minutes
Total Time
45 minutes
Nutrition (per serving, ~8 servings)
- Calories: ~280
- Fat: ~12g
- Carbohydrates: ~40g
- Protein: ~4g
Expert Tips
- For Extra Fluffiness: Use buttermilk instead of regular milk.
- For a Crunchy Topping: Sprinkle with chopped pecans or walnuts before baking.
- Make It Extra Gooey: Add a tablespoon of honey or maple syrup to the filling.
FAQs
Can I make this dough ahead of time?
Yes! Store in the fridge for up to 24 hours before rolling and baking.
Can I freeze this cinnamon roll?
Yes! Freeze before baking, then bake from frozen at 375°F for 35-40 minutes.
What’s the best apple to use?
Use Granny Smith for tartness or Honeycrisp for sweetness.
Storing & Freezing
- Storing: Keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
- Freezing: Wrap tightly and freeze for up to 2 months.
Substitutions & Variations
- Dairy-Free: Use almond milk and dairy-free butter.
- Spiced Version: Add 1 teaspoon pumpkin spice for a fall twist.
- Chocolate Cinnamon Roll: Sprinkle mini chocolate chips inside the filling.
No-Yeast Giant Apple Cinnamon Roll
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Measuring cups and spoons
- - Rolling pin
- - 9-inch round cake pan or skillet
- - Pastry brush
Ingredients
- #### **For the Dough**
- - 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- - 2 tablespoons sugar
- - 2 teaspoons baking powder
- - ½ teaspoon salt
- - ½ cup unsalted butter cold and cubed
- - ¾ cup milk or buttermilk
- #### **For the Apple Cinnamon Filling**
- - 2 apples peeled and finely diced
- - ⅓ cup brown sugar
- - 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- - ½ teaspoon nutmeg optional
- - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
- #### **For the Glaze**
- - ¾ cup powdered sugar
- - 1 tablespoon milk
- - ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- #### **Step 1: Make the Dough**
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together **flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt**. Cut in **cold butter** using a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in **milk** until a dough forms.
- #### **Step 2: Prepare the Filling**
- In a small bowl, mix **diced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg**. Set aside.
- #### **Step 3: Roll & Fill the Dough**
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface and roll it into a **12x18-inch rectangle**. Brush with **melted butter**, then spread the **apple mixture evenly** over the surface.
- #### **Step 4: Shape the Cinnamon Roll**
- Cut the dough into **3-inch-wide strips**. Roll the first strip into a tight spiral and place in the center of a **greased 9-inch pan**. Continue wrapping the remaining strips around the center, forming a giant roll.
- #### **Step 5: Bake the Roll**
- Preheat oven to **375°F (190°C)**. Bake for **25-30 minutes**, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- #### **Step 6: Glaze & Serve**
- Whisk together **powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla** until smooth. Drizzle over the warm roll and serve immediately.
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