Warm, Gooey, and Oh-So-Good: Apple Pie Cinnamon Roll Bake (Yum!)
If you’re anything like me, you can’t resist a warm, gooey dessert—especially when it combines the best of two worlds: apple pie and cinnamon rolls!
This Apple Pie Cinnamon Roll Bake is hands down one of my favorite treats. It’s everything you want in a cozy dessert: sweet, spiced apples, pillowy cinnamon rolls, and an irresistible drizzle of icing. It just never disappoints.
For an extra comforting touch, pair it with a hot cup of caramel apple cider, a cozy chai latte, or a even a spiced hot chocolate. It’s the kind of pairing that makes any day feel a little more special. 😊
Why You’ll Love It:
How to Make It
Making this Apple Pie Cinnamon Roll Bake is as easy as it is delicious—just a few simple steps, and you’ll have a warm, gooey treat that fills your kitchen with the most amazing aroma.
Ingredients
- 2 cans of refrigerated cinnamon rolls (with icing)
- 1 can (21 ounces) apple pie filling
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
- 1 tablespoon butter (melted)
- ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
- Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream, for serving
Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
2️⃣ Prep the Cinnamon Rolls
Open the cinnamon rolls and set the icing aside. Cut each roll into quarters and place them in the baking dish.
3️⃣ Mix the Apple Filling
In a bowl, combine the apple pie filling with ground cinnamon (and nutmeg, if using). Pour the mixture evenly over the cinnamon roll pieces.
4️⃣ Add Butter and Nuts
Drizzle melted butter over the top and sprinkle with chopped pecans or walnuts for extra crunch.
5️⃣ Bake
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cinnamon rolls are golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
6️⃣ Drizzle with Icing
While still warm, drizzle the reserved icing from the cinnamon rolls over the top.
7️⃣ Serve
Enjoy warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for a truly decadent dessert. 😋
Variation #1: Caramel Drizzle
For an extra decadent twist, add a caramel drizzle to your Apple Pie Cinnamon Roll Bake:
1️⃣ Store-Bought Caramel
You can use store-bought caramel sauce for convenience. Simply warm it up slightly in the microwave so it’s easier to drizzle.
2️⃣ Drizzle After Baking
Once the cinnamon roll bake is out of the oven and the icing is drizzled, add a generous drizzle of caramel sauce over the top.
3️⃣ Optional Salted Caramel
If you love the sweet and salty combo, sprinkle a pinch of sea salt over the caramel for a salted caramel twist.
✨ Pro Tip: Serve with vanilla ice cream and extra caramel sauce on the side for dipping!
Variation #2: Crumble Topping
Add a crunchy crumble topping for a streusel-like twist:
🔹 Crumble Topping Ingredients:
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup old-fashioned oats
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons cold butter (cut into small pieces)
How to Make the Crumble Topping:
1️⃣ Combine Ingredients
In a small bowl, mix flour, brown sugar, oats, and cinnamon.
2️⃣ Add Butter
Cut in the cold butter using a fork or your fingers until the mixture is crumbly.
3️⃣ Sprinkle Before Baking
Sprinkle the crumble mixture evenly over the prepared Apple Pie Cinnamon Roll Bake before placing it in the oven.
4️⃣ Bake as Usual
The crumble will become golden and crisp, adding a lovely texture to the soft, gooey cinnamon rolls.
✨ Pro Tip: For extra flavor, add a handful of chopped nuts to the crumble topping.
Perfect Pairings
This Apple Pie Cinnamon Roll Bake is the kind of dessert that feels like a warm hug on a plate. It’s easy to make, irresistibly delicious, and perfect for sharing (or keeping all to yourself—I won’t judge!). Give it a try, and let me know what you think in the comments. I’d love to hear how it turned out. ❤️
