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Cinnamon Roll Apple Pie | Easy & Cozy Dessert Mashup

Why choose between cinnamon rolls and apple pie when you can have both? This Cinnamon Roll Apple Pie combines two classics into one irresistible dessert. The crust is made from buttery cinnamon rolls, the filling is a mix of fresh apples and apple pie filling, and it’s all topped with a drizzle of cream cheese frosting. It’s quick to assemble, bakes beautifully, and tastes like fall in every bite. Serve it warm with vanilla ice cream for a dessert that’ll wow your family and guests.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 slices
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 package refrigerated cinnamon rolls with frosting
  • 4 medium apples peeled, cored, and diced
  • 1 21 oz can apple pie filling
  • ⅓ cup sugar
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 5 tbsp water
  • 2 tbsp butter

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Equipment

  • 9-inch pie dish
  • Knife & cutting board
  • Medium saucepan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups & spoons
  • Spatula or spoon

Method
 

Step 1: Prepare the crust
  1. Open the cinnamon roll package. Flatten each roll slightly with your hands and press them into the bottom and sides of a greased 9-inch pie dish to form a crust.
Step 2: Pre-bake the crust
  1. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 8 minutes (just until slightly set but not fully baked).
Step 3: Cook fresh apples
  1. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add diced apples, sugar, and cinnamon. Cook for 5–6 minutes until apples soften slightly.
Step 4: Thicken filling
  1. Stir cornstarch into water until dissolved. Add mixture to saucepan and cook until thickened. Stir in canned apple pie filling. Remove from heat.
Step 5: Assemble the pie
  1. Pour apple mixture into the pre-baked cinnamon roll crust. Spread evenly.
Step 6: Add topping
  1. Arrange remaining flattened cinnamon rolls on top (like a lattice or full cover).
Step 7: Bake
  1. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20–25 minutes, until golden brown and bubbling.
Step 8: Frost and serve
  1. Cool for 10 minutes. Drizzle the included frosting over the warm pie. Slice and enjoy!

Notes

🧊 Storage & Reheating
Store covered in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Reheat slices in the microwave for 20–25 seconds or in the oven at 325°F for 8–10 minutes.
Not freezer-friendly (cinnamon roll crust softens too much).
🥄 Variations
Caramel Apple Pie: Drizzle caramel sauce before frosting.
Nutty Version: Add chopped pecans or walnuts to the filling.
Apple-Pear Combo: Mix half pears, half apples for variety.
Mini Pies: Make in muffin tins for individual servings.
Extra Spiced: Add nutmeg or pumpkin spice to the filling.
❓ 10 FAQs
Can I skip the fresh apples? – Yes, use just canned pie filling, but fresh apples add texture.
Do I need to pre-bake the crust? – Yes, or it may get soggy.
Can I use homemade cinnamon rolls? – Absolutely, if you want to get extra fancy.
What apples work best? – Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Gala hold their shape well.
Can I use puff pastry instead of cinnamon rolls? – Yes, but it won’t have the cinnamon swirl flavor.
Is this very sweet? – Yes, it’s a rich dessert, but you can cut sugar slightly if preferred.
Do I have to use the frosting packet? – No, you can make your own cream cheese glaze or skip it.
Can I make it ahead? – Bake fresh for best texture, but you can prep filling a day ahead.
Does it taste more like pie or cinnamon rolls? – Both! It’s gooey like pie but has that cinnamon roll bite.
What should I serve it with? – Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream takes it over the top.
🏁 Conclusion
This Cinnamon Roll Apple Pie is the ultimate fall dessert mashup. With a gooey apple filling, cinnamon roll crust, and sweet drizzle, it’s cozy, festive, and totally indulgent.
Serve it at Thanksgiving, Halloween parties, or just a weekend baking session—you’ll love how quick, easy, and delicious it is.