A warm, gooey baked dish made with soft cinnamon rolls, tender cinnamon-spiced apples, and a rich vanilla glaze. Easy, comforting, and perfect for sharing.
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 6–8)
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2 cans refrigerated cinnamon rolls (with icing packets)
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2 medium apples (Honeycrisp or Granny Smith), peeled & diced
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2 tbsp butter
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2 tbsp brown sugar
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1 tsp ground cinnamon
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¼ tsp nutmeg (optional)
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½ tsp vanilla extract
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¼ cup milk or heavy cream
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Optional toppings: chopped pecans or walnuts
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Prep
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
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Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish
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Cut cinnamon rolls into quarters; set icing aside
2️⃣ Cook the Apples
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Melt butter in a pan over medium heat
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Add apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg
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Cook 5–7 minutes until slightly softened
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Stir in vanilla and remove from heat
3️⃣ Assemble
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Spread cinnamon roll pieces evenly in baking dish
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Spoon cooked apples over the top
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Pour milk or cream evenly over everything
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Sprinkle nuts if using
4️⃣ Bake
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Cover loosely with foil and bake 25 minutes
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Uncover and bake another 10–15 minutes until golden and bubbly
5️⃣ Glaze & Serve
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Warm icing packets slightly and drizzle over bake
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Serve warm for best texture
⭐ Tips
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For extra richness, use heavy cream instead of milk
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Add caramel sauce for a dessert-style bake
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Serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream
❓ Q & A
Q: Can I make it ahead?
Yes! Assemble the night before, refrigerate, and bake fresh.
Q: Can I use other fruit?
Absolutely—pears or mixed berries work well.
Q: How do I store leftovers?
Refrigerate up to 3 days; reheat in oven or microwave.
