Description
A cozy and delicious Apple Pie Cinnamon Roll Bake that combines the warm flavors of cinnamon rolls with tender, spiced apples. This easy-to-make dessert is perfect for brunch, dessert, or a comforting treat, featuring a golden cinnamon roll base topped with a buttery apple mixture and drizzled with sweet icing.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2 cans of store-bought cinnamon rolls (with icing)
- 4 medium-sized apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Add-ins
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts
- 1/2 cup raisins
- Caramel sauce for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare baking dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Prepare cinnamon rolls: Open the cans of cinnamon rolls and carefully set aside the icing. Cut each cinnamon roll into quarters and evenly arrange them in the prepared baking dish to form the base layer.
- Mix apple topping: In a large bowl, peel and chop the apples into bite-sized pieces. Add the brown sugar, ground cinnamon, melted unsalted butter, and vanilla extract. Mix well to combine. If desired, add any optional nuts, raisins, or caramel sauce at this stage and stir gently.
- Assemble the bake: Spoon the apple mixture evenly over the cinnamon roll pieces in the baking dish, ensuring good coverage and distribution.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the apples are tender when tested with a fork.
- Cool and glaze: Remove the bake from the oven and let it cool for 5 to 10 minutes. While still warm, drizzle the reserved cinnamon roll icing over the top to finish.
Notes
- Using tart apples like Granny Smith balances the sweetness of the cinnamon rolls for a well-rounded flavor.
- Optional nuts add a nice crunch—pecans or walnuts work great.
- Allow the bake to cool slightly before adding icing to prevent it from melting completely.
- This dish can be served warm or at room temperature, perfect for breakfast or dessert.
- To make it ahead, prepare but do not bake, cover tightly and refrigerate overnight, then bake before serving.
