1 c peeled grated apples (1 to 2 large apples, 10 to 12 oz whole) .
1 tbsp lemon juice .
3 1/4 c unbleached all-purpose flour .
1-2 tbsp water .
1 c powdered sugar .
3 tbsps unbleached all-purpose flour .
3 tbsps butter .
1 1/4 tsps salt .
1/4 c potato flour or 1/2 c dried potato flakes .
1 tsp vanilla .
1 c milk .
1/2 c sugar .
Glaze .
3 tbsps sugar .
1 large egg .
Filling .
1 tsp cinnamon .
1 tsp vanilla
Directions
Step #1 Manual/Mixer Method:.
Step #2 Mix all of the dry ingredients In a large-ish bowl.
Step #3 Note: It’s important to distribute the potato flour (or flakes) throughout the dry ingredients so it/they won’t clump when the liquid is added.
Step #4 Add the butter, flavoring, egg & milk, then mix until a shaggy dough forms.
Step #5 Let the dough rest for 30 mins; this resting period allows the flour to absorb the liquid fully, making it easier to knead.
Step #6 Knead the dough for about 10 mins; it should feel slightly sticky & soft.
Step #7 Add a couple of tbsps of water if the dough feels firm or dry.
Step #8 Place the dough in a greased bowl, turning to coat.
Step #9 Cover up the bowl, & let the dough rise until it's almost doubled in bulk, about 1 1/2 to 2 hrs.
Step #10 The amount of time this takes will depend on the temperature of your kitchen; yeast works the fastest at about 85°F.
Step #11 Bread Machine Method:.
Step #12 Place all of the dough ingredients into the pan of your bread machine, program the machine for manual or dough, & press Start.
Step #13 About 10 mins before the end of the final kneading cycle, adjust the consistency of the dough with extra flour or water, as necessary; it should be smooth & somewhat sticky.
Step #14 Allow the machine to complete its cycle.
Step #15 Filling:.
Step #16 While the dough is rising, make the filling.
Step #17 Whisk together the sugar, flour, cinnamon.
Step #18 (the filling will be runny, but it will firm up when baked.
Step #19 ).
Step #20 Toss the grated apples with the lemon juice, then add that to the sugar mixture.
Step #21 Mix well, & set aside.
Step #22 Assembly:.
Step #23 Gently deflate the risen dough & turn it out onto a lightly floured or greased work surface.
Step #24 Fold it over once or twice to remove the excess gas.
Step #25 Divide the dough in half.
Step #26 Roll the first half into a 10 x 12-inch rectangle.
Step #27 Spread half the filling over the rolled-out dough, leaving a 1/2-inch margin clear of filling along all sides.
Step #28 Starting with a long side, roll the dough into a log, sealing the edge.
Step #29 Use a pizza cutter or sharp knife to cut the log in half lengthwise.
Step #30 Place the half-logs, filled side up, side by side on a well-greased or parchment-lined baking sheet.
Step #31 Keeping the filling side up, twist or "braid" the two logs together, working from the center to each end.
Step #32 Pinch the ends together.
Step #33 Repeat with the second piece of dough.
Step #34 Cover up the twists lightly, & set them aside to rise for 1 to 2 hrs.
Step #35 To Make Rolls:.
Step #36 Follow the directions above to the point where you’ve rolled the dough into a log.
Step #37 Repeat with the remaining piece of dough, then cut each log into 1-inch slices.
Step #38 Place the slices cut side up (and down) in well-greased or parchment-lined pans, placing them close together (though not touching) for soft-sided rolls, or about 2 inches apart for crustier rolls.
Step #39 Allow the rolls to rise till they’re puffy.
Step #40 Baking:.
Step #41 Bake the loaves in a preheated 350°F oven for 30 to 35 mins (or the rolls for 18 to 20 mins), until they’re lightly browned.
Step #42 Check the loaves after 20 mins & tent with aluminum foil wrap if they’re browning too quickly around the edges.
Step #43 Remove the bread from the oven & allow it to cool for about 1 hr before glazing & serving.
Step #44 Glaze:.
Step #45 Mix together all of the glaze ingredients & drizzle it over the loaves or rolls once they’re cool.