In a skillet, melt 1 tbsp butter over medium heat. Add chopped apples, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Cook 5–7 minutes until softened. Cool completely.
Whisk together granulated sugar, brown sugar, and pumpkin pie spice in a bowl. Place melted butter in a separate bowl.
Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with butter or spray. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Punch down dough and divide into 16–20 pieces. Flatten each, spoon apple filling in the center, pinch closed into balls.
Dip each ball in melted butter, then roll in sugar-spice mixture until coated.
Stack dough balls into the prepared pan. Cover and let rise for 30–45 minutes until puffy.
Bake 30–40 minutes until golden brown and bubbling. Tent with foil if browning too quickly. Cool 20 minutes in pan.
Make Glaze (Optional) – Whisk cream cheese, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Drizzle over warm loaf.
