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Sticky Maple Apple Cinnamon Buns

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Soft, pillowy, and filled with warm cinnamon spice, these Maple Apple Sticky Cinnamon Buns bring all the comfort of a classic bakery favorite without using any granulated sugar. Naturally sweetened with pure maple syrup and tender apples, each swirl bakes into a rich, gooey center while a maple apple glaze caramelizes into a sticky topping that's perfect for pulling apart.
Fresh apples add natural sweetness, moisture, and a hint of tartness that perfectly balances the deep flavor of real maple syrup. Every bite is filled with cozy notes of cinnamon and baked apples, making these buns ideal for morning breakfast or any time you want a homemade treat that feels both indulgent and wholesome.
Serve them warm from the oven with a hot cup of coffee, tea, or a glass of cold milk. Whether you're sharing them with family on a lazy weekend or bringing them to a special gathering, these naturally sweetened sticky buns prove you don't need refined granulated sugar to create an unforgettable homemade dessert.
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Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

Dough
Maple Apple Filling
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup
  • 1/2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1/2 tbsp cinnamon
  • 2 diced apples

Equipment

Method
 

Dough Prep
  1. Combine the flour and honey in your mixing bowl.
  2. In a separate bowl, add yeast to lukewarm milk and whisk until dissolved. Once dissolved, add the mixture to the dry ingredients
  3. With a stand mixer, use the paddle attachment and mix at the lowest speed for about 1 minute or until the dough roughly forms a ball.
  4. Switch to the dough hook and mix on medium-low speed for about 6 minutes. Add flour or milk as needed until the dough is smooth, soft, and barely sticky.
  5. Transfer dough to a lightly floured surface and work into a ball.
  6. Move the dough to a clean, lightly oiled bowl large enough for it to double in size. Tightly cover with plastic wrap and allow it to rise for 2 1/2 hours. Dough can be refrigerated for up to 3 days if not cooking right away.
Filling Prep
  1. On the stovetop, add a little olive oil to a pot. While the pot is heating up, dice the apples and add to the pot. Cook apples for about 5 minutes.
  2. Add cornstarch and whisk until thoroughly mixed. Add maple syrup and cook until thickened, about 15- 20 minutes.
Baking
  1. If the dough was refrigerated, remove it about 3-4 hours before baking. On a floured work surface, roll out the dough until it is about 1/2 in thick.
  2. Spread filling onto the surface of the dough, leaving a small border. Roll dough into a tight log.
  3. Cut the log into 1 1/2-in. slices. Place rolls in a cake pan or on a sheet pan.
  4. Preheat oven to 350℉. Bake for 15 to 20 until buns are golden brown. Use leftover filling as topping or add topping of choice.

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