Cinnamon Roll Apple Bake

 

This Cinnamon Roll Apple Bake is a warm, gooey dessert made with soft cinnamon rolls baked in a rich apple cinnamon sauce and topped with sweet vanilla glaze. It’s the perfect comfort dessert for fall, holidays, or a cozy family breakfast.

Ingredients

For the Apple Cinnamon Base:

3 large apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled and sliced

½ cup brown sugar

¼ cup granulated sugar

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

¼ teaspoon nutmeg

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

¼ cup unsalted butter, melted

½ cup heavy cream (or milk)

For the Cinnamon Rolls:

2 cans refrigerated cinnamon rolls (cut each roll into quarters)

For the Glaze:

Icing packets from the cinnamon rolls

2 tablespoons milk or cream (optional, to thin the glaze)

InstructionsPreheat the Oven

Preheat your oven to 180°C / 350°F. Grease a baking dish with butter.
Prepare the Apple Mixture
In a large bowl, mix sliced apples, brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract, and melted butter until well coated.
Assemble the Bake
Spread the apple mixture evenly in the baking dish.
Add the cinnamon roll pieces on top, spacing them evenly.
Add Cream
Pour the heavy cream evenly over the cinnamon rolls and apples. This helps make the bake soft and gooey.
Bake
Bake uncovered for 35–40 minutes, or until the cinnamon rolls are golden brown and fully cooked.
Glaze the Top
Warm the icing slightly and drizzle it over the hot bake. Add a little milk if you want a thinner glaze.
Serve
Let it cool for 5 minutes, then serve warm.
Tips for Best Results

Serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for extra indulgence

Use tart apples for better flavor balance

Best enjoyed fresh and warm