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Caramel Apple Cinnamon Roll Lasagna

What to Serve With

This dessert pairs wonderfully with:

  • A scoop of vanilla bean ice cream that melts into the warm layers

  • Whipped cream with a sprinkle of cinnamon

  • Hot apple cider, chai latte, or strong black coffee

  • A savory brunch spread — bacon, sausage, and scrambled eggs balance the sweetness

If you want a dessert that’s irresistibly sweet, layered with flavor, and guaranteed to impress, this Caramel Apple Cinnamon Roll Lasagna belongs in your recipe rotation. It’s warm, soft, gooey, and loaded with comforting fall spices — everything you want in a cozy, crowd-pleasing treat.

Caramel Apple Cinnamon Roll Lasagna

This Caramel Apple Cinnamon Roll Lasagna is a dreamy, layered dessert that tastes like warm fall comfort in every bite! Soft cinnamon rolls are baked with sweet cinnamon apples, creamy filling, and plenty of gooey caramel for an irresistibly rich treat. Cozy, indulgent, and easy to assemble — it’s perfect for holidays, brunches, or anytime you want a crowd-pleasing dessert that feels extra special!

Ingredients

  • For the Cinnamon Roll Layers
  • 2 cans 12–13 oz each refrigerated cinnamon roll dough
  • 2 tbsp melted butter for brushing
  • For the Apple Filling
  • 4 cups peeled diced apples about 4 medium apples; Honeycrisp or Gala work well
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp water
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • For the Creamy Filling
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/3 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • The icing packets from both cinnamon roll cans
  • For the Topping
  • 1/3 cup thick caramel sauce
  • Optional: extra cinnamon chopped pecans

Instructions

  • Prepare the Cinnamon Roll Base
  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Lightly grease a 9×13 baking dish.
  • Open the cinnamon rolls and set aside the icing packets.
  • Flatten each cinnamon roll with your hands and press them into the bottom of the dish, slightly overlapping, to create a crust.
  • Brush with 2 tbsp melted butter.
  • Cook the Apple Filling
  • In a large skillet, melt 3 tbsp butter over medium heat.
  • Add diced apples, brown sugar, white sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt.
  • Cook for 5–6 minutes until apples soften.
  • Mix cornstarch with 2 tbsp water to form a slurry; pour into apples.
  • Cook 1–2 minutes until thick and glossy.
  • Remove from heat and stir in 1 tsp vanilla.
  • Let cool slightly.
  • Make the Cream Layer
  • Beat cream cheese until smooth.
  • Add powdered sugar and vanilla; mix well.
  • Pour in heavy cream and whip until thick and fluffy.
  • Fold in the reserved cinnamon-roll icing.
  • Assemble the “Lasagna”
  • Spread half of the cream mixture over the cinnamon roll crust.
  • Add half of the apple mixture.
  • Place another layer of flattened cinnamon rolls on top.
  • Add the remaining cream, then the remaining apples.
  • Drizzle generously with caramel sauce.
  • Bake
  • Cover loosely with foil and bake 30 minutes.
  • Remove foil and bake an additional 5–10 minutes until bubbling and golden at the edges.
  • Cool & Serve
  • Let rest 5 minutes before slicing.
  • Add extra caramel or pecans if desired.