Cinnamon Rolls And Apple Pie Filling Crumble is a viral TikTok recipe that's so easy to make for a scrumptious dessert or breakfast casserole. Topped with a buttery cinnamon sugar crumb topping and sugar glaze it's a dessert that's sure to please the entire family.
A delicious cross between the gooey indulgence of cinnamon rolls and the classic sweet flavor of apple pie.
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Cinnamon Rolls And Apple Pie Filling Crumble
I'd say that TikTok got it right on this one. No wonder it became a viral sensation.
With only 10 minutes of prep time, Cinnamon Rolls And Apple Pie Filling Crumble can be made in advance if needed, making it the perfect dessert for busy days.
With a buttery crumble on top, the apple cinnamon roll bake can be enjoyed as is or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top.
Serve it as an easy breakfast casserole, on a brunch menu or as a delicious dessert at your next family gathering and I guarantee it will be a huge hit.
This recipe will be a delicious breakfast on Christmas morning, Easter morning or any holiday you celebrate.
Every bite of this cinnamon roll and apple pie filling casserole is filled with a soft, cozy flavor that no one will be able to resist.
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How To Make Cinnamon Rolls and Apple Pie Filling
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- Preheat the oven to 350F and coat an 11-inch x 7-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray
- Cut the cinnamon roll dough into bite-sized pieces, reserving the icing for later.
- Stir the apple pie filling and cinnamon roll pieces together in the baking dish.
- Pour the cream over top of the apple cinnamon roll mixture
- Combine the flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt in a small mixing bowl.
- Add the cubed butter to the brown sugar mixture and use a pastry cutter or fork to blend until the mixture is crumbly.
- Top the apple pie cinnamon roll mixture with the prepared crumble.
- Bake for 45 minutes or until the crumble is golden brown and the cinnamon rolls are baked through.
- Heat the icing on low in the microwave and drizzle it over the cinnamon rolls with apple pie filling.
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- Make sure to keep the cinnamon roll dough chilled until you’re ready to use it.
- The baking time on the cinnamon rolls and apple pie filling is longer because of the additional cream added to the recipe. The cinnamon rolls should be cooked through fully and the cream semi-absorbed into them.
- Take note of the baking pan used. You don’t want to overfill a dish, or your cinnamon rolls will come out soggy. An 11x7-inch baking dish is perfect.
- This recipe will also work well when baked in a 9-inch x 9-inch square baking pan.
- If you prefer smaller apple pieces you can cut them into bite size pieces
Substitutions
Though this apple cinnamon roll bake is scrumptious as is, there are a few ways you can switch up the flavors to make it unique every time.
- In place of apple pie filling use blueberry pie filling, cherry pie filling, or peach pie filling.
- Add in dried fruit such as raisins or dried cranberries for added texture and flavor.
- In place of the classic frosting that comes with the cinnamon roll dough, you can use cream cheese frosting and chopped pecans on top. Or even better, top it with a drizzle of pumpkin spice buttercream frosting for seasonal fall and holiday flavor.
Equipment
You don’t need much for the cinnamon rolls and apple pie filling recipe.
- Pastry cutter - You can use a fork, however, to add the cubes of butter to the crumble, a pastry cutter works best. A pastry cutter will help the butter blend evenly into the crumble topping which will keep it light and delicious. Basically, it allows buttery flavor in every bite.
- 11-inch x 7-inch baking dish
- Chef knife or Kitchen Scissors
- Wooden spoon
- Oven mitts
Cinnamon Roll Recipes
Ingredients for apple pie cinnamon rolls recipe
- All-purpose flour
- Brown sugar
- Cinnamon
- Butter
- Heavy cream
- Cinnamon roll dough
- Canned apple pie filling
Make Ahead Directions
- To make the cinnamon roll bake ahead of time: prep the dessert including adding the cream. Then, cover it and store it in the refrigerator for up to one day or overnight
- Make sure to cover it tightly so that it doesn’t dry out.
- The next morning, top with the crumble topping and bake the apple cinnamon roll recipe in the oven uncovered as directed in the recipe card below.
- Drizzle with the original icing from the cinnamon rolls.
Storage
- Before storing the baked apple and cinnamon rolls, let the casserole dish come to room temperature. Then cover with aluminum foil or plastic wrap and store in the refrigerator.
- This casserole will stay fresh in the refrigerator for two to three days.
- To reheat the cinnamon roll casserole, let it come to room temperature before baking. Reheat in a 300F preheated oven, covered with aluminum foil, for 15 minutes or until heated through.
- You can also heat up individual servings in the microwave.
- You can also transfer any leftovers to an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator.
Why add heavy cream to cinnamon rolls?
Cream with cinnamon rolls gives them an extra rich flavor and texture. As the cream absorbs into the rolls you get that gooey, sticky flavor that’s so sought after.
Can I use fresh apples instead of apple pie filling?
Fresh apples will definitely work in the cinnamon roll bake. However, it will also alter the decadent taste. If using fresh apples make sure to peel and cut them finely and you will also want to toss the apple pieces in some additional cinnamon, brown sugar, and melted butter to balance out the flavors.
Cinnamon Rolls And Apple Pie Filling Crumble
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Ingredients
- 1 can (20 ounces) apple pie filling
- 1 tube (12.4 ounces) refrigerated cinnamon rolls
- 1/3 cup heavy cream
Crumble Topping
- 1 cup all purpose flour
- ⅓ cup packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ cup butter cubed
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Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350F Coat a 11-inch x 7-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar and cinnamon for the crumble topping. Stir or whisk until combined.
- Add the cubed butter to the dry mixture and using a fork or pastry cutter blend the butter and dry ingredients together until crumbly. Set aside.
- Spoon the apple pie filling into the prepared baking dish.
- Reserve the cinnamon roll icing for later and cut the cinnamon roll dough into bite size pieces and stir into the apple pie filling in the baking dish.
- Pour the heavy cream over the apples and cinnamon roll mixture.
- Top with the reserved crumble and bake until the crumble is golden brown and the cinnamon rolls are baked through, about 45 minutes.
- Heat the reserved icing on low in the microwave and drizzle over the abaked pple cinnamon roll crumble.
- Serve warm, with ice cream or whipped cream if desired, and enjoy!
Notes
- In place of apple pie filling use blueberry pie filling, cherry pie filling, or peach pie filling.
- Add in dried fruit such as raisins or dried cranberries for added texture and flavor.
- In place of the classic frosting that comes with the cinnamon roll dough, you can use cream cheese frosting and chopped pecans on top. Or even better, top it with a drizzle of pumpkin spice buttercream frosting for seasonal fall and holiday flavor.
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