Cinnamon Roll Apple Lasagna: A Sweet New Dessert Delight! Recipe
Cinnamon Roll Apple Lasagna is a delightful, sweet dessert featuring soft cinnamon roll dough pockets filled with a spiced apple mixture, layered and baked to golden perfection. Topped with a creamy vanilla cream cheese glaze and an optional caramel drizzle, this dessert combines the warm flavors of fall spices and apples with the indulgence of cinnamon rolls, perfect for gatherings or a cozy treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Apple Filling
- 2 cups of peeled and sliced apples (about 2 medium apples)
- 1/2 cup of brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon of nutmeg
- 1/4 cup of chopped pecans (optional)
Cinnamon Rolls
- 2 (8-ounce) cans of refrigerated cinnamon rolls
Cream Cheese Glaze
- 1 cup of cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup of powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup of milk
Optional Topping
- 1/2 cup of caramel sauce (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal of the baked lasagna.
- Prepare Apple Filling: In a medium bowl, combine the peeled and sliced apples with brown sugar, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and chopped pecans if using. Mix thoroughly to evenly coat the apples with the spices and sugar.
- Fill Cinnamon Rolls: Open the cans of cinnamon rolls and separate each roll. Roll each cinnamon roll into a flat circle, then place a generous spoonful of the apple mixture in the center. Fold the edges over the filling to create a pocket, sealing the apple filling inside. Repeat this step for all cinnamon rolls.
- Arrange Rolls: Place the filled cinnamon rolls close together in the prepared baking dish, ensuring they are snug to support each other as they bake.
- Prepare Cream Cheese Glaze: In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk together until the mixture is smooth and creamy, forming a luscious glaze.
- Top and Bake: Drizzle the cream cheese glaze over the arranged cinnamon rolls, then bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the rolls are golden brown and fully cooked through.
- Optional Caramel Drizzle and Cool: Once baked, optionally drizzle caramel sauce over the top of the warm cinnamon rolls. Allow the dessert to cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving to set the filling and glaze.
Notes
- For a spicier flavor, add a pinch of cloves or allspice to the apple mixture.
- Substitute the apples with pears or a mix of berries for a different fruit flavor.
- Ensure the cinnamon rolls are sealed well around the filling to prevent leaks during baking.
- Let the dessert cool slightly before slicing to maintain clean portions.
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