Description
A delightful Apple Pie Cinnamon Roll Bake combines the comforting flavors of cinnamon rolls with a sweet and spiced apple pie filling, perfect for a warm and easy dessert or breakfast treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Cinnamon Rolls
- 2 cans of store-bought cinnamon rolls (with icing)
Apple Mixture
- 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: 1/2 cup chopped nuts, raisins, or caramel sauce
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Prepare Cinnamon Rolls: Open the cans of cinnamon rolls and set aside the icing. Cut each roll into quarters and evenly arrange the pieces in the prepared baking dish, creating a base layer.
- Mix Apple Topping: In a large bowl, peel and chop the apples. Mix them thoroughly with brown sugar, ground cinnamon, melted butter, and vanilla extract. If desired, fold in optional chopped nuts, raisins, or caramel sauce for added texture and flavor.
- Assemble Bake: Spoon the apple mixture over the cinnamon roll pieces in the baking dish, spreading it out evenly to ensure every bite has a good balance of rolls and apples.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40 to 45 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the apples are tender. This baking time allows the cinnamon rolls to cook through and the apples to soften.
- Finish and Serve: Remove the bake from the oven and let it cool for 5 to 10 minutes to set. While still warm, drizzle the reserved icing from the cinnamon rolls over the top, adding a sweet finishing touch before serving.
Notes
- Use firm apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for the best texture after baking.
- Optional add-ins like nuts, raisins, or caramel sauce can enhance flavor and texture.
- Letting the bake cool slightly helps the cinnamon rolls set and makes it easier to serve.
- This dish is best served warm but can be reheated gently.
- For a more indulgent version, add a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top when serving.
