Imagine waking up to the most irresistible aroma of cinnamon, caramel, and warm apple pie filling swirled into one mind-blowing breakfast treat! These Easy Apple Pie Cinnamon Rolls are about to transform your morning routine from mundane to magical, combining the classic comfort of cinnamon rolls with the nostalgic sweetness of apple pie. In just 40 minutes, you'll create a dessert-meets-breakfast masterpiece that will have your family racing to the kitchen and begging for seconds.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 1 can refrigerated cinnamon rolls
- 1 cup apple pie filling
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch round baking pan or cast-iron skillet with cooking spray.
- Open the can of refrigerated cinnamon rolls and carefully separate each roll. Set aside the included frosting packet.
- Drain the apple pie filling and chop the apple pieces into smaller, bite-sized chunks to ensure even distribution in the rolls.
- Sprinkle the ground cinnamon over the chopped apple pie filling and gently mix to combine.
- Gently flatten each cinnamon roll with your palm, creating a wider, thinner circle of dough.
- Place a small spoonful of the seasoned apple pie filling in the center of each flattened cinnamon roll.
- Carefully roll up each cinnamon roll, ensuring the apple filling is sealed inside. Place the rolls in the prepared baking pan, arranging them in a circular pattern.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the rolls are golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes.
- Drizzle the caramel sauce over the warm rolls, allowing it to seep into the crevices.
- Sprinkle chopped pecans over the top of the rolls for added crunch and flavor.
- Optional: Use the reserved frosting packet to drizzle additional sweetness over the rolls if desired.
- Serve warm and enjoy your Easy Apple Pie Cinnamon Rolls!
Tips
- Use refrigerated cinnamon rolls for a quick and foolproof base
- Chop apple pie filling into smaller pieces to ensure even distribution
- Flatten rolls gently to create more surface area for filling
- Seal rolls carefully to prevent filling from leaking during baking
- Watch rolls closely in the last 5 minutes of baking to prevent over-browning
- Let rolls cool slightly before adding caramel sauce to prevent immediate absorption
- For extra decadence, warm the caramel sauce before drizzling
- Toast pecans briefly before chopping for enhanced nutty flavor
- Serve immediately for the best texture and warmth
Nutrition Facts
Calories: kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: mg
