Name: Caramel Apple Cinnamon Rolls
Prep time: 3 h
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 3 h 30 min
Yield: 15 rolls
Ingredients: 1 package active dry yeast (I prefer Red Star Platinum); 1/2 cup warm water; 1/2 cup apple juice or apple cider; 1/4 cup granulated sugar; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 large egg; 1 and 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract; 2 Tablespoons unsalted butter, softened to room temperature; 3 – 3.5 cups all-purpose flour (spoon & leveled); 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature; 2 medium sized apples, peeled, cored, & thinly sliced (about 1.5 cups); 1 cup packed dark brown sugar; 2 Tablespoons ground cinnamon; 1/4 cup unsalted butter; 1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar; 2 and 1/2 Tablespoons heavy cream (no substitutions)