Description
Apple Cinnamon Roll Bake is a warm, comforting breakfast dish combining tender cinnamon-spiced apples with soft, gooey cinnamon rolls. Easy to prepare, flavorful, and perfect for cozy mornings or brunch, this recipe delivers a moist, sweet, and aromatic treat that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- 1 package refrigerated cinnamon roll dough (with icing packet, optional)
Apple Mixture
- 3–4 fresh apples, cored and thinly sliced (preferably Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 1–2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- Pinch of salt
Additional Flavorings
- 3 tablespoons butter, cut into small pieces
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Toppings
- Icing or glaze from cinnamon roll package or homemade
- Chopped toasted nuts such as pecans or walnuts
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Prepare the apples: Core and thinly slice the apples. Toss them gently with ground cinnamon, brown sugar, and a pinch of salt to evenly coat and infuse the apples with classic fall flavors.
- Arrange the cinnamon rolls: Unroll or cut the refrigerated cinnamon roll dough into bite-sized pieces. Evenly place these pieces in a greased deep baking dish to form the base layer.
- Layer the apples: Spread the spiced apple slices evenly over the cinnamon roll base, allowing their natural juices to soak into the dough during baking.
- Add butter and vanilla: Dot the apple layer with small pieces of butter and drizzle vanilla extract over the top to enrich the flavor and add moisture.
- Bake until golden: Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 35 to 45 minutes, or until the cinnamon rolls are puffed and golden brown and the apples are tender and caramelized.
- Drizzle with icing (optional): Once out of the oven and slightly cooled, drizzle the included icing packet or a homemade glaze over the warm bake for extra creamy sweetness.
Notes
- Choose crisp apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for the best texture and flavor.
- Gently toss apples with spices to prevent bruising and maintain slices intact.
- Use a deep baking dish to allow for rising rolls and juicy apples without overflow.
- Watch baking time carefully to avoid drying out the rolls—aim for soft and golden.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving to let juices thicken for cleaner slices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: apple cinnamon roll bake, cinnamon roll breakfast, apple cinnamon breakfast bake, easy brunch recipe, cozy breakfast