Name: Peach Pie Cinnamon Rolls Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 2 h 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 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 (plus more if needed); 2 cups fresh or canned peaches, diced (well drained if canned); ¼ cup brown sugar; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 1 teaspoon lemon juice; ½ teaspoon vanilla extract; ⅓ cup unsalted butter, softened; ½ cup brown sugar; 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon; 4 oz cream cheese, softened; 1 cup powdered sugar; ½ teaspoon vanilla extract; 2–3 tablespoons milk, to desired consistency

Ingredients

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

2 cups fresh or canned peaches, diced

¼ cup brown sugar

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1 tablespoon cornstarch

1 teaspoon lemon juice

½ teaspoon vanilla extract

⅓ cup unsalted butter, softened

½ cup brown sugar (for cinnamon-sugar filling)

1 tablespoon ground cinnamon (for cinnamon-sugar filling)

4 oz cream cheese, softened

1 cup powdered sugar

½ teaspoon vanilla extract (for glaze)

2–3 tablespoons milk (for glaze)

Instructions

Step 1: In a large bowl, combine warm milk and active dry yeast. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until frothy to activate the yeast.

Step 2: Add granulated sugar, melted butter, eggs, and salt to the yeast mixture. Mix in all-purpose flour gradually until a soft dough forms.

Step 3: Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for 5–8 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Step 4: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it, and let it rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Step 5: While the dough rises, prepare the peach filling. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine diced peaches, brown sugar, cinnamon, cornstarch, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Cook, stirring, until thickened. Remove from heat and let cool.

Step 6: Once risen, roll the dough into a large rectangle approximately 16 by 12 inches.

Step 7: Spread the softened butter evenly over the dough. Mix the brown sugar and cinnamon for the cinnamon-sugar filling, then sprinkle it evenly over the buttered dough.

Step 8: Spread the cooled peach filling evenly on top of the cinnamon-sugar layer.

Step 9: Starting from one long side, roll the dough tightly into a log. Cut into 12 even rolls.

Step 10: Place the rolls into a greased 9×13-inch baking pan. Cover and let rise for another 30–45 minutes until puffed.

Step 11: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 25–30 minutes or until golden brown.

Step 12: Prepare the cream cheese glaze by beating together softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and enough milk to reach a smooth, pourable consistency.

Step 13: Spread the glaze over the warm rolls before serving.

Tips & Variations

If the dough feels too sticky during kneading, add a little more flour, a tablespoon at a time.

Use peach preserves if fresh peaches aren’t available for a quicker filling.

Add chopped pecans or walnuts to the filling for a crunchy texture.

Try swapping cinnamon for nutmeg or cardamom for a unique spice twist.

For overnight prep, assemble the rolls and refrigerate after shaping. In the morning, bring to room temperature, let rise, then bake.

Storage

Store these cinnamon rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 day or refrigerate for up to 4 days. Reheat gently in the microwave for 15–20 seconds or warm in a low oven. You can also freeze the rolls, baked or unbaked. For baked, cool completely and wrap tightly before freezing. For unbaked rolls, freeze after slicing, thaw, and allow to rise before baking.

FAQs

Can I use canned peaches?

Yes! Just be sure to drain them well to prevent soggy rolls and maintain the filling’s texture.