Our popular Thermomix Apple & Cinnamon Scrolls are an all-time lunch box favourite with the kids! A no-yeast recipe that's ready to eat in just 30 minutes!
We all know that filling school lunchboxes can be a time consuming task!
But our easy Thermomix Apple & Cinnamon Scrolls take the stress out of snack preparations!
They're ready to eat in just 30 minutes - plus you can make a big batch and freeze any leftovers!
Just like our famous banana bread, blueberry muffins and strawberry loaf, these scrolls are a sure winner with kids (and adults alike!).
Why You're Going To Love This Recipe
Everyone LOVES our homemade Thermomix Apple & Cinnamon Scrolls!
- Freezer-Friendly - make a double batch and freeze for 'grab and go' lunch box snacks (they'll defrost by morning tea!)
- No Yeast - this means that there's NO proving time required!
- Quick & Easy - ready to eat in 30 minutes
- Suitable To All Thermomix Models - whether you have a TM31, TM5 or TM6, you can make these scrolls
What You Need
Our Thermomix Apple & Cinnamon Scrolls are made using just a few pantry staples.
Please scroll to the recipe card at the bottom of the post for ingredient quantities and the full detailed method.
- Butter - you can use either salted or unsalted butter in this recipe
- Self Raising Flour - use store-bought or make your own using this recipe
- Milk - full cream (whole) milk is best. However, you can use skim/light milk if you prefer
- Butter - extra butter for the cinnamon sugar butter
- Brown Sugar - this gives the butter a lovely caramel flavour and matches perfectly with the cinnamon
- Cinnamon - use ground cinnamon
- Apple - use any variety of apple you like. I generally use Granny Smith as the chunks hold their shape when baked.
- Icing Sugar - for the glaze. Use pure icing sugar (not icing sugar mixture) as it sets firmer.
Step By Step Instructions
It's so easy to make Thermomix Apple & Cinnamon Scrolls!
Please scroll to the recipe card at the bottom of the post for ingredient quantities and the full detailed method.
Step 1 - Mix The Butter & Self Raising Flour
Place the chilled butter and the self raising flour into the Thermomix bowl. Mix to combine until it resembles breadcrumbs.
TIP: Scrape down the sides of the bowl with the spatula partway through mixing.
Step 2 - Knead
With the Interval/Kneading function on, slowly add the milk through the MC (measuring cup) hole.
Knead until it comes together and resembles a dough.
Step 3 - Roll Out The Dough
Roll the dough out on a lightly floured board to 5mm thick.
Step 4 - Make The Cinnamon Butter
Place the butter, cinnamon and sugar into the Thermomix bowl.
Mix until combined.
Spread the cinnamon butter over the dough.
Step 5 - Add The Apple
Sprinkle over the chopped apple.
Step 6 - Roll The Dough & Cut Into Pieces
Roll the dough up into a long tube.
Cut the dough into 8-10 pieces.
Step 7 - Bake
Place the scrolls (cut-side up) into a round cake tin (or onto a baking tray).
Bake for 15 minutes or until golden.
Allow to cool slightly.
Step 8 - Drizzle With Glaze
In a clean and dry Thermomix bowl, mix the icing sugar and hot water together.
Drizzle the glaze over the buns.
Expert Tips
- No proving time - the scrolls will be ready to eat in 30 mins!
- Suitable for any model of the Thermomix - our Thermomix Apple & Cinnamon Scrolls can be prepared in any of the Thermomix models.
- Use pure icing sugar instead of icing sugar mixture in the glaze - this ensures the glaze sets sticky but slightly firm.
- Great for lunchboxes - these are a great snack for school lunchboxes!
- Storing - store the scrolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Freezing - freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
FAQs
No! Because we use self-raising flour, there's no need for yeast.
Any variety of apple is fine to use. However, I do recommend choosing a variety that stays slightly firm when baked (such as Granny Smith).
Yes you can! Cinnamon scrolls are delicious on their own! You can also substitute the apple for blueberries or raspberries if you prefer.
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Thermomix Apple & Cinnamon Scrolls
Equipment
- Thermomix
- Oven
Ingredients
- 90 g butter cold and chopped
- 300 g self-raising flour
- 150 g milk full cream is best
- 70 g butter room temperature
- 50 g brown sugar
- 3 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 apple peeled, cored and cut into very small chunks
- 150 g icing sugar
- 3 tbs (approx) hot water
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 210 degrees celsius (fan-forced).
- Lightly grease a 20cm round cake tin and set aside.
- Place the cold butter and self-raising flour into the Thermomix bowl.Mix for 10 seconds, Speed 5. Scrape down the sides of the bowl and repeat 2 more times.
- Knead for 1 minute, Kneading Function, whilst pouring in the milk through the measuring cup (MC) hole.
- On a lightly floured kitchen bench or Thermomat, roll the dough out into a 5mm thick rectangle.
- Place the room temperature butter, brown sugar and cinnamon into the Thermomix bowl.Mix for 20 seconds, Speed 4. Scrape down the sides of the bowl and repeat.
- Spread the cinnamon butter mixture onto the dough.Sprinkle over the chopped apple.
- Roll the dough up into a tube (lengthways).Use a sharp knife to cut the roll into 8-10 pieces.
- Place the pieces cut side up into the prepared cake tin (allow the rolls to touch one another as this will help them to rise).Bake for 15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly in the tin.
- Place the icing sugar and 2 tbs hot water into the Thermomix bowl.Mix for 10 seconds, Speed 6 . Scrape down the bowl and repeat 2 more times.
- If the mixture is slightly runny, use a spoon to drizzle it over the buns.If the mixture is still too thick, add another tablespoon of hot water and mix for a further 10 seconds.
Notes
- No proving time - the scrolls will be ready to eat in 30 mins!
- Suitable for any model of the Thermomix - our Thermomix Apple & Cinnamon Scrolls can be prepared in any of the Thermomix models.
- Use pure icing sugar instead of icing sugar mixture in the glaze - this ensures the glaze sets sticky but slightly firm.
- Great for lunchboxes - these are a great snack for school lunchboxes!
- Storing - store the scrolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Freezing - freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
Daniele says
Hi Ladies! I love your recipes! For some reason these didn’t turn out for me.. I made them as above but they didn’t puff up at all.. all I can think of was maybe I overworked the dough? I rolled it out twice.. because I couldn’t get the shape right.. could that be it? I’ve made scrolls before and never had this problem.. ?
Lucy says
That is possible!! Otherwise, perhaps check that your self-raising flour is in date? I can't imagine why the self-raising flour wouldn't rise otherwise!
Jane says
I feel like a professional ? thee worked out beautifully thank you ?
Lucy says
Fantastic!
Rach says
I made these for the first time today and they’re great. I did leave out the apple as we’d run out but regardless they were delicious.
Lauren Matheson says
I'm so glad you enjoyed them 🙂
;) says
yummy and easy!
Kathy says
First attempt turned out well. Will make the icing a bit thicker next time though. Very yummy and not overly sweet like the bought ones.
Alannah says
This sounds delicious!
Do you think I can prepare these the night before and just pop them straight into the oven in the morning?
Thanks!
Lucy says
Sure!
Charlotte says
Do you think these could be made with GF flour?
Lauren Matheson says
Hi Charlotte, yes you can use GF flour, you may need a little extra milk to bring them together though x
Janelle says
So easy and sooo yummy! Thank you for recipe!
Lauren says
Could you make this g/f?
Lauren Matheson says
I don't see why you couldn't 🙂
Karleigh says
Hi, I plan on making them on the weekend, but instead of the usual icing I am going to do Butterscotch Sauce.
Lucy Mathieson says
YUM!!! That's such a great idea!
Michelle says
Just made these today.
Love how simple they are and don't require proving the dough!
Was a hit all round. Super yummy and will become a regular treat!
Lucy Mathieson says
Hi Michelle, I'm so glad you liked them!!! Thank you xxx
Jenny says
Hi there,
Just checking to see if 7. is correct? Roll into 5mm thickness, is that 5cm?
Thanks Jenny
Lucy Mathieson says
Hi Jenny no its definitely 5mm (half a centimetre). You want the dough to be nice and thin. xx
Joanna says
Hi ...
after finding you great website, I right away made the cinnamon rolls. I must have done something wrong.
The rolls were kinda dry, and not as I would know them "fluffy".
I did use the German "Backpulver" with the flour instead of self rising flour(because its not possible to buy here). Might that be the case and should I use baking soda/Natron? Might I have used to much Backpulver?
Second mistake Im thinking of, the dough was rolled out twice on flour (because I couldnt get the rectangle:)). Could you please help me? Id love to make them for my sons 1st bday.
Your website made me want to cook more again th the Thermomix. Great recipes !!!
Joanna says
PS. One more thing, the degrees on the oven- Is that Celcius ;-)? I would guess so.
Lucy says
Yep celsius! xx
Lucy says
Hi Joanna, I'm sorry but I can't help you - I have never cooked wit Backpulver before! I can only vouch for the recipe using the exact ingredients listed. Sorry!
Meah says
Hi Lucy,
these look amazing! I am also thinking of making these ahead of time and serving for christmas morning. What is best way to defrost?
Thanks,
Meah
Lucy says
Hi Meah, you sure can defrost them! I usually just pop them onto the bench with a tea towel over the top for a couple of hours!
Taryn Bowe says
Thank you so much for the apple and cinnamon scroll recipe, i have just made them and they were all eaten before the oven cooled down! I would like to freeze them and have for Xmas morning, do I make them and place in freezer? or cook them and place in freezer? How is it best?
Thanks again, i love your website....I am now off to clean my machine after reading your tips on how do do it!
Taryn
Lucy says
Hi Taryn, oh thank you so much! I'm thrilled you enjoyed the rolls! I usually freeze them after they've been cooked - just pop wrap them in cling wrap or foil and place into an airtight container. You can also freeze the uncooked dough if you prefer. xx