Looking for an easy and delicious dessert or breakfast treat to serve? Pillsbury Cinnamon Rolls with Cherry Pie Filling are made with refrigerator cinnamon rolls and canned cherry pie filling.
These rolls are easy to put together and are ready fast. Serve them warm from the oven and drizzled with an almond flavored glaze. You'll have everyone begging for seconds!
Check out all the other best cinnamon rolls recipes that also use Pillsbury refrigerator rolls as well!
There’s nothing quite like the aroma of freshly baked cinnamon rolls, especially when they’re filled with sweet cherry pie filling.
These easy-to-make refrigerator cinnamon rolls are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
Simply press the rolls into a muffin pan, create an indentation, fill with cherry pie filling, and bake. The result is a warm, gooey treat that’s perfect for brunch or an afternoon snack!
Looking for more Breakfast Ideas that use refrigerator cinnamon rolls? Try my Easy Cinnamon Roll Breakfast Casserole or my Cinnamon Roll Casserole without Eggs...yum!
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Recipes using Canned Cherry Pie Filling
Here’s how to enjoy canned cherry pie filling in easy and delicious ways:
Straight from the Can: Use it straight from the can for recipes like cinnamon roll cherry pie filling cups or as a filling for pies and turnovers.
Pies and Turnovers: Perfect filling for classic baked treats.
Quick Breads & Muffins: It’s also great for adding a fruity twist to quick breads and muffins.
Pancakes: Use it as a topping for a sweet breakfast.
Oatmeal or Yogurt: Add a spoonful to elevate your morning routine with cherry flavor.
How to make Cherry Pie Filling?
Making cherry pie filling is simple and tastes far better than store-bought! Combine 2 pounds of pitted sweet and sour cherries with sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and salt in a saucepan, cook over low heat until thickened, and let cool before using.
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Ingredients
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Substitutions and Variations
- Swap out the cinnamon rolls and use a traditional refrigerator biscuit.
- You can also use a different pie filling flavor like I do with my Pillsbury Cinnamon Rolls with Apples recipe.
- If you're planning on serving these mini apple pie cups for a holiday party, try making them with cherry, blueberry and lemon pie filling as well.
- Check out my other recipe for Cherry Pie Bubble Up Recipe that uses refrigerator biscuits and cherry pie filling...YUM!
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Coat 8 wells of a regular 12 cup muffin pan with non-stick cooking spray. Open the cinnamon rolls and separate them.
Step 2: Press the dough into the bottom and up the sides of each muffin cup, ensuring the seams are sealed together. Use a tamper tart tool if needed.
Step 3: Stir ¼ teaspoon of almond extract into the cherry pie filling.
Step 4: Spoon a tablespoon of the prepared cherry pie filling into each dough-lined cup.
Baking Instructions
Step 5: Bake for 14 to 18 minutes or until golden brown. Allow them to cool in the pan for 5 minutes.
Serving Tips
- Loosen the rolls carefully from the muffin pan and place on a serving platter.
- Add the cream cheese frosting that comes with Pillsbury Cinnamon Rolls to a small bowl and heat it up in the microwave for 5 to 10 seconds.
- Drizzle over the rolls and garnish with the chopped pecans. Serve warm.
- Be careful when heating up the frosting! If you overheat it, it will turn to liquid and you won't be able to use it.
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Storing and Reheating Tips
Refrigerator: Any leftovers should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They will remain fresh like this for about a day. However, as with most refrigerator biscuit or cinnamon roll recipes, they are best eaten fresh.
Freezer: I do not recommend freezing this recipe.
Reheating Tips: Place a cinnamon roll on a microwave-safe plate.Cover it with a damp paper towel to prevent it from drying out.Microwave on medium power for 20–30 seconds, checking for desired warmth. Add additional time in small increments if needed.
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Leftover cherry pie filling can be spooned over ice cream or yogurt for a quick treat or mixed with fruit and topped with streusel for a crisp. For a lighter option, toss it into a fruit salad with greens, fresh fruits, and vinaigrette.
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Pillsbury Cinnamon Rolls with Cherry Pie Filling
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Prepare 8 wells of a regular 12 cup muffin pan with non-stick cooking spray.
- Open the container of cinnamon rolls and separate the dough into 8 rolls. Set the icing aside.
- Press into and up the sides of the muffin cups, making sure the seams of the dough are still together. Use the tamper tart tool to help with this step.
- Add ¼ teaspoon of the almond extract to the cherry pie filling.
- Spoon a tablespoon of the cherry pie filling into each dough-lined cup.
- Bake for 14 to 18 minutes or until golden brown.
- Cool in the pan for 5 minutes.
- Loosen the rolls carefully from the muffin pan and place on a serving platter.
- Add the cream cheese frosting that comes with the cinnamon rolls to a small bowl and heat it up in the microwave for 5 to 10 seconds.
- Drizzle over the rolls and garnish with the chopped pecans.
- Serve warm.
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Notes
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- Ensure foods are cooked to a minimum internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Avoid cross-contamination by using separate utensils for raw meat and cooked foods.
- Use separate utensils and surfaces for raw ingredients, especially eggs, to prevent cross-contamination.
- Always wash your hands thoroughly after handling raw meat.
- Refrigerate or consume food promptly; don’t leave it at room temperature for extended periods.
- Keep a close eye on food while cooking to prevent accidents.
- Choose oils with a high smoking point to minimize the release of harmful compounds.
- Maintain good ventilation when using a gas stove to ensure safety and comfort.
Ruth says
This sounds so good.. I'm making these.... what is the best way to rewarm leftovers
Lois says
I updated the blog post with easy reheating tips. Thank you for the leaving a review with 5-stars!!!
Lucia smith says
Cinnamon Rolls with Cherry Pie Filling recipe is a tasty and healthy recipe. But I use ghee in making the filling for making the pie filling more flavorsome and creamy. I prefer using Milkio grass-fed ghee for all culinary purposes. Ghee is a baking safe oil, which means baking with ghee is safer for its high smoke point.