1-Getting Started with the Dough: First, mix 1/2 cup warm water with 2 1/4 teaspoons dried yeast and set it aside to activate that’s your secret to fluffy rolls! In a mixer bowl, blend 60 grams butter, 1/2 cup white sugar, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1 cup hot water until smooth. Then, add 4 1/2 cups plain white flour, the yeast mixture, and 1 beaten egg, switching to a dough hook to knead until the dough is smooth and elastic.

2-Getting Started with the Dough: Let the dough rise in an oiled bowl for 30 minutes in a warm spot; this step is key for that soft texture we all love. Once risen, roll out the dough into a rectangle and spread it with 40 grams softened butter and 1/4 cup packed brown sugar for the filling it’s such a simple way to add that buttery sweetness!

3-Adding the Apple Filling and Baking: Next, prepare the apple pie filling by cooking 4-5 peeled, cored, and finely diced apples with 1/3 cup white sugar, 2 tablespoons butter, 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, and 1 teaspoon vanilla essence until soft and fragrant. Spread this over the dough, roll it up tightly, and cut into pieces. Let the pieces rise for another hour to double in size.

4-Adding the Apple Filling and Baking: Bake at 175 degrees Celsius for 30 minutes until golden brown your kitchen will smell amazing! For the finishing touch, whip up the icing by mixing 2 cups sifted icing sugar, 1 teaspoon melted butter, 1 teaspoon vanilla essence, and enough water for the right consistency, then drizzle it over the warm rolls. If you want to experiment, try substituting butter for a dairy-free version; it’s a fun twist that keeps things inclusive.