Description

Sweet and comforting, Cinnamon Roll Apple Lasagna is a unique dessert that combines the delightful flavors of cinnamon rolls with spiced apples and creamy frosting. This layered treat features tender sautéed apples with brown sugar and warm spices, layered with softened cinnamon rolls and cream cheese frosting, baked to a golden perfection. Ideal for family gatherings and holiday celebrations, it offers a visually appealing presentation and satisfies both sweet tooth cravings and apple lovers alike.

Ingredients

Scale

Cinnamon Rolls

16 refrigerated cinnamon rolls (icing reserved)

Apple Mixture

4 medium apples (peeled, cored, thinly sliced)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)

Toppings

1 cup cream cheese frosting
0.5 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)

Instructions

Preheat and Prepare Dish: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish thoroughly to prevent sticking.
Sauté Apples: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the sliced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the apples are tender and coated with the spiced sugar mixture.
Layer First Half: Flatten half of the cinnamon rolls into discs using your hands or a rolling pin, then layer them evenly in the prepared baking dish. Spoon half of the sautéed apple mixture over the cinnamon discs and drizzle with some cream cheese frosting.
Layer Second Half: Repeat the process by layering the remaining flattened cinnamon rolls, the rest of the apple mixture, and additional cream cheese frosting over the top.
Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes until the top is golden brown and the layers are cooked through.
Finish and Serve: Remove from the oven, spread any remaining frosting on top, and sprinkle with chopped nuts if desired. Allow the dish to cool slightly before serving to set the layers.

Notes

For added texture and flavor, use chopped pecans or walnuts as a topping.
Make sure to sauté apples until just tender to maintain a slight bite that balances the soft cinnamon rolls.
If you prefer less sweetness, reduce the amount of brown sugar used in the apple mixture.
Use refrigerated cinnamon rolls with icing included to simplify preparation.
Let the dessert cool a bit before cutting to ensure clean slices.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: cinnamon roll apple lasagna, apple dessert, cinnamon rolls, baked apple dessert, layered dessert, cream cheese frosting dessert, holiday dessert