Description
Cinnamon Roll Apple Lasagna is an indulgent and comforting fall dessert that layers soft cinnamon rolls with a spiced apple filling, caramel sauce, and whipped cream. This easy-to-make baked treat offers the flavors of classic apple pie combined with the gooey sweetness and spice of cinnamon rolls, making it perfect for chilly autumn evenings or holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- 2 cans (8-count each) refrigerated cinnamon rolls with icing
- Nonstick cooking spray
Apple Filling
- 4 cups peeled and diced apples (such as Honeycrisp or Granny Smith)
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Toppings
- ¾ cup caramel sauce (divided)
- 1 cup whipped topping or whipped cream
Instructions
- Prepare the Baking Dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly spray an 8×8-inch or 9×9-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Form the Base Layer: Unroll the cinnamon rolls and press half of them firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish, pinching the seams together to create a crust-like layer. Bake this layer for 10 minutes, then remove it from the oven.
- Cook the Apple Filling: While the base is baking, combine diced apples, granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cornstarch, lemon juice, and vanilla extract in a medium saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for 8 to 10 minutes until the apples are tender and the mixture thickens.
- Layer the Filling and Sauce: Spread half of the cooked apple filling evenly over the pre-baked cinnamon roll crust. Drizzle a few tablespoons of caramel sauce on top.
- Add the Second Cinnamon Roll Layer: Flatten the remaining cinnamon rolls and press them together into a solid layer over the apple filling. Spread the rest of the apple mixture over this layer and drizzle with the remaining caramel sauce.
- Bake Again: Return the dish to the oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the dessert to cool for at least 15 minutes. Before serving, top with whipped topping or whipped cream and a final drizzle of caramel sauce for extra sweetness and presentation.
Notes
- This dessert is best served warm for a gooey, comforting experience but can also be chilled and sliced like a layered bar for a firmer texture.
- For added crunch and flavor, try mixing in chopped pecans or walnuts into the apple filling.
- Using the icing from the cinnamon rolls as an extra drizzle on top adds additional sweetness and visual appeal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 34g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
