Name: Caramel Apple Cinnamon Rolls
Prep time: 40 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 12 cinnamon rolls
Ingredients: 1 cup milk (I used 2%); 1/4 cup butter; 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, divided; 1/4 cup granulated sugar; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1 envelope instant or ‘rapid rise’ yeast (approx. 2 1/4 tsp); 1 egg; 1/3 cup granulated sugar; 1/3 cup packed brown sugar; 2 Tbsp. ground cinnamon; 6 Tbsp. butter, (completely) softened; 1 Granny Smith Apple, cored and finely chopped; 1/2 cup caramel sauce, homemade or store-bought; 1/2 cup caramel sauce, homemade or store-bought; (optional) 1/2 cup chopped toasted walnuts, pecans or peanuts