Is there anything more intoxicating than the aroma of Apple Pie Filled Cinnamon Rolls baking in the oven? If you’re like me, just the thought of these warm, fluffy rolls topped with sweet, creamy icing has your mouth watering.
Trust me; you’re in for a treat because this easy apple pie cinnamon roll recipe combines all the comforts of apple pie with the ooey-gooey goodness of classic cinnamon rolls. And you can have them on the table in around 30 minutes.
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Love at first bite: The details that make this dish unforgettable!
Inspiration: a pan of cinnamon rolls right out of the oven and crisp fall apples.
Number of Ingredients: believe it or not, just 4 simple ingredients. This easy semi-homemade recipe using refrigerated canned cinnamon rolls and apple pie filling is a game-changer. It uses purchased convenience foods to whip up an effortless mouthwatering treat in just minutes.
Servings: 5
Total Cook Time: 27 minutes
Primary Cooking Method: Oven
Key Flavors: sweet, warm, and buttery
Skill Level: beginner
- Serving: like my apple pastries and apple cobbler with cake mix, this irresistible sweet treat is versatile and can be served for breakfast, brunch, or even as a delicious dessert topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
- Benefits: this delicious breakfast dish is perfect for a lazy weekend or to serve company. No one needs to know how easy this recipe is to prepare and there is no waiting overnight for the dough to rise.
- Ingredients: check the recipe card below for a complete printable list of the ingredients needed and amounts.
How to make Apple Pie Filled Cinnamon Rolls
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Use a pastry brush and coat a 9-inch square baking dish with the melted butter. Add the cinnamon rolls to the baking dish.
- Bake for 20 minutes. Remove from the oven, spoon the chopped apples over the cinnamon rolls, and sprinkle the chopped walnuts evenly over the top.
- Bake for an additional 7 minutes. Remove from the oven. Allow the cinnamon rolls to cool for 10 minutes.
- In a small bowl, microwave the reserved icing uncovered on high for 5 to 10 seconds, stirring until thin enough to drizzle. Drizzle the icing over the top of the baked rolls.
- Serve warm.
Menu suggestions
While this dish is wonderful on its own, when we have company, I like to serve these apple pie cinnamon rolls along with my Southern cheese grits casserole, sausage cheese bread, and either my fruit salad cocktail or ambrosia on a breakfast or brunch buffet.
If I am feeding a crowd, I usually add my cast iron breakfast skillet or spinach and bacon quiche with tomatoes.
Add a scoop of vanilla or bourbon ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream and some caramel sauce to serve it as dessert.
Recipe variations:
If you’re not in the mood for apples, you can change things up by substituting cherry, strawberry, peach, or blueberry pie filling. You can also substitute pecans or whatever nuts you have on hand for the walnuts.
How to store and reheat leftovers
Store leftovers in the fridge in an airtight container for up to three days.
To reheat the rolls, pop them in the microwave for 10-15 seconds.
Recipe FAQs:
Yes! Here is an easy recipe: cook one cup of peeled and chopped apples, ¼ cup brown sugar, and two tablespoons of butter in a small skillet over medium heat. Stir frequently, and cook for 8-10 minutes or until the apples are tender and the sugar and butter mixture thickens. Add one teaspoon of cinnamon.
Let the apples cool before using them in the recipe.
Of course, sprinkle them on at the same time as you add the nuts.
Insider tips for perfect results
Make sure your oven is fully preheated to the right temperature before baking. This ensures the rolls bake evenly and develop a nice golden crust.
While it’s tempting to load up on the apple pie filling, only use a cup of the chopped apples to prevent the rolls from becoming soggy.
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Apple Pie Filled Cinnamon Rolls
Equipment
- 9-inch square baking dish
- pastry brush
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted
- 17.5 oz can refrigerated cinnamon rolls I used Pillsbury Grands Cinnamon Rolls
- 1 cup chopped apples from the pie filling
- ½ cup chopped walnuts
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Use a pastry brush and coat a 9-inch square baking dish with the melted butter. Add the cinnamon rolls to the baking dish.
- Bake for 20 minutes. Remove from the oven, spoon the chopped apples over the cinnamon rolls, and sprinkle the chopped walnuts evenly over the top.
- Bake for an additional 7 minutes. Remove from the oven. Allow the cinnamon rolls to cool for 10 minutes.
- In a small bowl, microwave the reserved icing uncovered on high for 5 to 10 seconds, stirring until thin enough to drizzle. Drizzle the icing over the top of the baked rolls.
- Serve warm.
Cynthia
Absolutely delicious and so easy.
Sharon Rigsby
Hi Cynthia,
I’m so glad you liked it. Thank you, too, for taking the time to let me know!
All the best,
Sharon