This Christmas morning, start the day off right with an easy and delicious breakfast - cinnamon rolls with apple pie filling!
In a matter of minutes, your family will be waking up to the scent of your creation. Whether you top it off with cream cheese icing or just some extra cinnamon-sugar sprinkles - this is sure to set a joyous mood for the holidays!
Check out my list of other best cinnamon rolls that also use Pillsbury refrigerator rolls as well!
The aroma of warm, freshly-baked cinnamon rolls mixed with the sweet, delicious smell of apple pie filling is sure to fill the house this Christmas morning!
What a great way to start the day with an easy breakfast. All you need to do is mix together refrigerator, ready-made cinnamon rolls and store-bought canned apple pie filling for an irresistible combination, which will be loved by both adults and kids alike.
However unlike my Pillsbury Cinnamon Rolls with Apples, this recipe is baked almost like a casserole with a delicious brown sugar crumble on top.
Looking for more Cinnamon Roll Recipes? Try my French Toast Cinnamon Rolls, Easy Cinnamon Roll Breakfast Casserole or my Cinnamon Roll Casserole without Eggs...yum!
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What goes with cinnamon rolls for breakfast?
When it comes to breakfast, few things are as decadent and delicious as cinnamon rolls. Whether you make a batch from scratch or pick them up from the store, these cinnamon rolls with apple pie filling pair really well with other breakfast items.
If you're serving this recipe for a holiday breakfast, you can easily add either Fried eggs and bacon make an excellent accompaniment. Or you could try a hearty breakfast casserole with eggs and sausage.
For any health-conscious people in your life, try slicing a few pieces of fresh fruit like strawberries or bananas to round out your filling breakfast spread.
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Ingredients
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Recipe Substitutions and Variations
- You can easily make a powdered sugar glaze to drizzle on top of the cinnamon rolls when they come out of the oven.
- Feel free to try a different canned fruit flavor. Or you can even use Homemade Apple Pie Filling in place of the canned version.
- Chopped pecans, walnuts, or almonds would add a tasty crunch.
- Check out my other recipe for Cinnamon Rolls with Heavy Cream or my Cinnamon Roll Recipe with Canned Cinnamon Rolls.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: In a small bowl combine the flour, brown sugar, and butter. Use a fork to mix together to resemble crumbs. Set aside.
Step 2: Open the cinnamon rolls container and separate the rolls. Place them in a 9x13 baking dish that's been sprayed with nonstick baking spray.
Step 3: Pour the heavy whipping cream over each roll and in between the rolls.
Step 4: Next, pour the apple pie filling into a bowl, and use a knife to cut the apples into smaller pieces. Then pour the apples over the rolls and in between the rolls just like the heavy whipping cream.
Step 5: Cover the apples and the rolls with the crumble.
Baking Instructions
Step 6: Bake at 350°F for 35 minutes or until the rolls are golden brown. Remove from the oven and allow to cool on a cooling rack. Be careful the baking dish will be piping hot, and the sugar and cream will be bubbly. The bubbles with settle and thicken.
Serving Tips
- This recipe is best served warm and fresh out of the oven.
- For an extra pop of sweetness, drizzle honey or maple syrup over the top just before serving. Or powdered sugar!
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Storing, Freezing, Thawing and Reheating Tips
Refrigerator: When storing leftover cinnamon rolls, make sure to fully cool them down first. Then add them to a storage container. They'll remain fresh for up to 5 days.
Freezer: For longer storage, freeze them immediately after wrapping and thaw overnight before eating.
Thawing and Reheating: Allow them to thaw overnight in the refrigerator and then you can reheat them in a 350°F oven for 5-10 minutes or the microwave.
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If you're making a homemade cinnamon roll recipe, you can easily bake or freeze the cinnamon rolls in aluminum pans. All your gift-recipient would have to do is remove the pan from the freezer and bake.
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Cinnamon Rolls with Apple Pie Filling
Ingredients
- 1 can Pillsbury Grand Cinnamon Rolls
- 1 can apple pie filling
- ½ cup heavy whipping cream
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup flour
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ½ tablespoon cinnamon
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, and butter.
- Use a fork to mix together to resemble crumbs. Set aside.
- Open the cinnamon roll container and separate the rolls.
- Place them in a 9x13 baking dish that's been sprayed with nonstick baking spray.
- Pour the heavy whipping cream over each roll and in between the rolls.
- Next, pour the apple pie filling into a bowl, and use a knife to cut the apples into smaller pieces. Then pour the apples over the rolls and in between the rolls just like with the heavy whipping cream.
- Cover the apples and the rolls with the crumble.
- Bake at 350°F for 35 minutes or until the rolls are golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool on a cooling rack.
- Be careful the baking dish will be piping hot, and the sugar and cream will be bubbly. The bubbles will settle and thicken.
Marsha says
? Can you double this recipe for a larger crowd? Church potluck. I think I would still use 1 can (1.5) to cover the top of the cinnamon rolls. Cooking time increased?
Lois says
I wouldn't double the recipe. I would make two separate casseroles. I hope your church family enjoys the recipe! Thank you!
Teresa Wathan says
Very good and easy. For our taste maybe half the apple pie filling. I did use the 5 count large rolls and added pecans. We will make again.
Lois says
I love how you made the recipe to what you knew your family would like! Thanks for following along!
Linda Hayes says
I warmed the icing and poured over the top as not to waste. It was amazing.