Description
This Apple Pie Cinnamon Roll Bake is an irresistible fusion of classic cinnamon rolls and comforting apple pie flavors. Featuring store-bought cinnamon rolls coated in a buttery, cinnamon-sugar mixture layered with sweet apple pie filling and baked to golden perfection, this casserole makes for a quick and cozy breakfast or brunch option, especially perfect for fall mornings.
Ingredients
Scale
Cinnamon Roll Mixture
- 2 cans of cinnamon rolls (such as Pillsbury)
- ¼ cup melted butter
- 2 tbsp light brown sugar
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
Apple Layer and Topping
- One 21 oz can of Apple Pie Filling
- 2-3 tbsp heavy cream
- Reserved icing from canned cinnamon rolls (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch casserole dish to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Cinnamon Rolls: Open the two cans of cinnamon rolls and carefully separate them. Reserve the icing packets by refrigerating them for later use. Cut each cinnamon roll into 4-6 small triangles to ensure even baking.
- Coat Rolls: In a medium bowl, combine the cut cinnamon roll pieces with the melted butter, light brown sugar, and ground cinnamon. Toss gently until each piece is evenly coated with the buttery cinnamon-sugar mixture.
- Layer Rolls in Dish: Spread the coated cinnamon roll pieces evenly in the prepared casserole dish to create a uniform base layer.
- Prepare Apple Filling: Open the can of apple pie filling. Using the same bowl or a separate one to save dishes, pour in the apple pie filling. Use a knife to cut any large apple chunks into smaller pieces for easier eating, then stir them back into the filling with its juices.
- Add Apple Layer: Pour the apple pie filling evenly over the cinnamon roll pieces in the casserole dish, making sure to coat them as much as possible.
- Add Cream: Drizzle 2-3 tablespoons of heavy cream over the layered apple filling to add moisture and richness to the bake.
- Bake: Place the casserole dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40-50 minutes. The bake is ready when the cinnamon rolls in the center are no longer doughy and the top is golden brown.
- Cool and Ice: Remove the bake from the oven and let it cool for about 10 minutes. Then, spread the reserved cinnamon roll icing evenly over the warm bake for a sweet finishing touch.
- Serve: Serve warm for a delicious, comforting breakfast or brunch treat perfect for the fall season.
Notes
- This recipe uses store-bought cinnamon rolls and apple pie filling, making it quick and simple for busy mornings.
- Cutting the cinnamon rolls into smaller pieces helps them bake evenly and absorb the flavors better.
- The heavy cream adds moisture and richness but can be adjusted based on preference.
- If you prefer a less sweet dish, use less brown sugar or reduce the icing amount.
- For an added crunch, sprinkle some chopped nuts like pecans on top before baking.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and gently reheated in the oven or microwave.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of casserole)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
