This quick and easy 2 Ingredient Apple Cinnamon Roll Bake is perfect for a warm and delicious breakfast or dessert!
I whipped up this cobbler-style dessert while camping one night and everyone raved about it. It’s now a family favorite.
I had seen this easy recipe using a can of Pillsbury cinnamon rolls and apple pie filling all over Instagram and on a whim I grabbed the two ingredients before heading out camping with the family.
After combining the two ingredients together I baked them up in a dutch oven. We ate this deliciousness by a campfire and everyone was so happy!
Apple Cinnamon Roll Bake
Ever since that evening by the campfire, we’ve made this recipe at least a dozen more times because it’s always such a hit.
I’m excited to share it with you today!!
Ingredients Needed
You’ll only need to grab two things from the store to make this yummy breakfast or brunch or even dessert treat…
- Pillsbury Grands! Cinnamon Rolls (the big kind that actually roll up)
- Apple Pie Filling (canned)
One of the main reasons I love this recipe is because it’s just these two ingredients and it takes only a few minutes to prepare.
Which means I have more time to be present with my family and don’t have to spend so much extra time in the kitchen.
How To Make Cinnamon Roll Bake
Let’s go ahead and make this easy 2 Ingredient Apple Cinnamon Roll Bake already!
CUT CINNAMON ROLLS
Start by unwrapping the cinnamon rolls. Remove the included icing and set it aside for later. Cut the cinnamon rolls into quarters and place in a large bowl.
ADD APPLE PIE FILLING
Scoop the apple pie filling out of the can and into the bowl with the cinnamon rolls, then stir gently to coat everything.
Pour the cinnamon roll mixture into a prepared baking dish and spread into an even layer.
BAKE CINNAMON ROLLS
Place the cinnamon rolls into a preheated 350 degree F. oven for 45 to 50 minutes, until the center is baked through and the top is golden brown.
DRIZZLE WITH ICING
While the cinnamon roll bake is still warm from the oven, stir up the icing that was previously set aside and drizzle it over the top. Make sure to enjoy this dish while it’s still warm for that extra gooey deliciousness!
I’m telling you, the warm cinnamon spices and sweet apples just go together so perfectly.
If you’re looking for a delicious breakfast to serve company for the holidays, this is definitely it. Not only does it taste delicious, but your home will smell fabulous and inviting.
One Tube or Two?
For this recipe, I’m using two tubes of pillsbury cinnamon rolls because it’s plenty to feed my large family. This recipe should feed about 8 to 10 people.
If you want to halve the recipe, to feed a smaller crowd, you definitely can.
*Baking times will be shorter for a half batch (about 25 to 30 minutes).
What To Serve with Cinnamon Roll Bake?
When I serve this warm and toasty cinnamon roll bake for breakfast or brunch I will serve it along with a few fresh fruit options as well as some savory options.
Here’s a good list of sides you can serve with this…
- Scrambled Eggs
- Hard Boiled Eggs
- Crispy Bacon or Sausage Links
- Yogurt Cups and Granola
- Fresh Fruit or Creamy Fruit Salad
If you’re serving it as a warm dessert you could also serve it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top.
How To Make Ahead & Store
Make Ahead:
Wanna get a head start on this recipe? You can easily prepare the cinnamon rolls ahead of time by combining it all in the casserole dish. Cover and place in the fridge overnight.
In the morning, simply uncover and bake!
I wouldn’t prepare this further than 24 hours in advance prior to baking.
Storing:
After the cinnamon roll bake has finished cooking, you can cool to room temperature, cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
Since I think this is best served warm, I would scoop out a serving and pop it in the microwave for about 15 to 30 seconds to heat up and enjoy!
More Apple Dessert Recipes
I have a slew of delicious apple recipes that you are sure to enjoy. So after you give this recipe a try, go ahead and try these ones too…
- Slow Cooker Apple Cinnamon Roll Bake
- Warm Apple Crisp
- Dutch Apple Pie
- Amish Apple Fritter Bread
- Slow Cooker Apple Sauce
You’re going to be absolutely smitten with this warm and gooey Apple Cinnamon Roll Bake! I hope you enjoy it as much as we do!
2 Ingredient Apple Cinnamon Roll Bake
Ingredients
- 2 x 17.5 oz Pillsbury Grands! Cinnamon Rolls, (two tubes)
- 2 x 21 oz Apple Pie Filling, (two cans)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Coat a 9x13" baking dish with non-stick spray and set aside.
- Unwrap the cinnamon rolls from the tube and set the included frosting aside for later use. Cut each of the cinnamon rolls into fourths and place in a large bowl.
- Spoon the apple pie filling into the bowl and gently stir to combine. Pour the cinnamon roll mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread into an even layer.
- Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the center is cooked through and no longer doughy. Remove from oven and drizzle the top of the cinnamon roll bake with the icing. Serve warm and enjoy!
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Has anyone tried this with the heavy whipping cream added
Am thinking about making this for our clinic’s week of honoring a fallen soldier. We do muffins and cupcakes all week, so I thought about doing muffins with this. Any suggestions?
I hope you made this. I’ve made it 3 times and there is never any left. Everyone loves it!
I am rating for 5 people and we all agree 4 stars! This was super easy to make and it was really good! It wasn’t too sweet which I thought it would be! Very nice breakfast option because it is quick and easy and tastes very good! I would recommend!
This is the first time I’ve commented on a recipe. I just tried this recipe. This is delicious it reminds me of an apple fritter. Perfect for fall and super easy to make.
Delicious!
This recipe looks very good
Made this with apple. It was good but I didn’t like the way the rolls wanted to lump together.
Made a second one with strawberry. Put the filling in then mixed in each roll as I cut it. Turned out much better.
I’m prepared to make a third with cherry and will mix it the same way except the second can of rolls will stay in the fridge until I’m ready for it.
I made this exactly as instructed. It came out beautiful. Until I tasted it. The top was perfect however the rest was doughy. Not a fan. Sorry.
You may just have to increase the baking time a bit, testing the middle with a fork. I simply added more time and it was absolutely perfect! Just try it again. Everyone’s oven can be a little different.
My family loved this! We used one can of apple pie filling. I will cut the apples next time just to have smaller pieces.
My family loves this recipe-quick, easy, and most of all, DELICIOUS!! I added some chopped pecans and raisins, and I use an 8×11 glass dish when I half the recipe and bake for 35 mins. Sooo good!!
I also add pecans, and drizzle a small amount of caramel sauce over mixture before baking. My husband loves thIs!
This was a hit! Made the half size with one can each. I did find that when I checked at 25 mins it needed to cook a little longer. My total cook time was 35 mins and it came out perfect. Everyone loved! Will make this again. Absolutely delicious!
Made this for a Christmas breakfast and it was a group favorite! Ended up doing the two cans of cinnamon rolls but only one can of apple pie filling and it baked just right all the way through. This will be a new staple for us for sure!
I have made this recipe several times with apple, peach, and cherry pie filling. It has turned out perfect!! It also worked to cut the recipe in half when it’s only the two of us. Whether breakfast or dessert it is a crowd pleaser.
Made this for Thanksgiving breakfast today and was disappointed. My sugar-loving five year old refused to eat it after a couple of bites. Half the pan ended up in the garbage, sadly. The top was hard and the bottom was doughy. I followed the recipe as detailed and used a 9×13″ glass pan.
Unfortunately I got the same result. When I made this it was doughy, didn’t cook thru. I’ve read some other recipes like this and it said to put cinnamon rolls in pan first and spread the apple pie mix all around.
I made this for a family dinner tonight. I cut the apples in the pie filling smaller so they would Elbe distributed better throughout the pan. Everyone loved it. My daughter has a group of friends getting together next week and asked for the recipe. Next time I’ll have vanilla ice cream to serve with it. Delicious!! I’ll make this again, it would be nice for a Christmas brunch.
Making it now! Per the recipe. Although I did add some chopped walnuts and cinnamon to the mixture. House smells delicious already
I’m going to make this but don’t have a metal pan. Can you suggest the temp and cooking time for a 9×13 glass dish please? Thanks!
Love this. I also tried with both blueberry and cherry pie filling. Both were just as good as the apple.
Thanks for the awesome feedback!
I didn’t have cinnamon rolls so I just used jumbo biscuits mixed them in with cinnamon and sugar. Will bake in the AM
Easy enough to throw together, but if you halve it in an 8×8 pan, the cooking time is still 45-50 minutes. Completely raw still at 25-30.
Thanks for the feedback Heather. Is it possible you baked it in a glass or ceramic dish? I’m wondering if that will effect the bake time?
Thank you gor this info! I am making it in the smaller pan right now and it is still VERY RAW at 25 minutes, like you said! So glad to read this!
I baked one in a metal pan and one in a glass pan and both took about 45 minutes.
This was the most delicious dessert I have ever made, It was perfect!!
I just made this for dessert last night and it was absolutely delicious! So easy to make as well!! Served with vanilla bean ice cream for those that wanted, but I indulged without. So tasty on it’s own! Perfect with a cup of coffee. I halved the recipe for the amount of servings. Will definitely make again!!!
Hey Jo-Ann! I’m thinking of halving this recipe too and am wondering if you used a glass 8X8 or a metal pan? Don’t know if it matters but another comment said it needed a longer cooking time because it wasn’t cooked through. This recipe looks delicious!
Thanks,
Eileen
What about putting it in a slow cooker ??
I did half the recipe and followed the directions exactly as written. Used glass bakeware. Baked it over 35 minutes and unfortunately it was still doughy. Hard to really gauge doneness. Am a bit disappointed.
Half the recipe should still take the same amount of time to bake , it’s a 8 x 8 size but still the same amount of thickness
It’s the greatest dessert ever!!
After scrolling thru all the comments to see if anyone used fruit filling besides apple, I came across one that used cherry pie filling…that sounds just as great! I’m gonna use peach pie filling! LOve me some peaches n cream….the cream being vanilla ice cream that is!
I’m with you on trying other pie filling! I did it with Raspberry and turned out delicious!
I used blackberry pie filling. I didn’t put all the jelly stuff in but all fruit. Can probably had about 1/4 left of jellied filling. Turned out delicious.
Super easy and delicious.sa
Have you tried making this with regular Pillsbury cinnamon rolls (NOT the Grands)? That’s what I have on hand at the moment. Would you adjust cooking time?
Yes I make this all the time with store brand (not Pillsbury) cinnamon rolls, and it still comes out great.
This was a BIG hit with my family!! Love it really easy and quick
Half way through baking, I put a streusel top on. Just in case it wasn’t sweet enough
Ha Ha
So good. So easy… Smile’s on
All that’s tried it.
Vanilla ice cream
Is the best. And hot chocolate
Made with evaporated milk
No water no milk
Just evaporated milk. With marshmallows
Or more ice cream try fudge royal
This was a hit with my family. Will make again. Easy to make too. I had some caramel and poured some on top . So good!
I have this dish in the oven as we speak! However, I was a little too happy and actually added the icing and mixed everything together! I hope it turns out as good as it looks.
Thanks for a great recipe!
I’ve made it with cherry pie filling. Just slice and lay flat in the prepared pan. Then drop dollops of filling on top and slivered almonds. Bake, then drizzle with icing. A quick and easy, red and white dessert for a snowy weekend in Ontario, Canada. Delish!!
I didn’t like this at all. I followed the recipe just as stated.. The top was hard and the bottom of the dough tasted doughy..I even covered it and cooked it longer..
Hi Patty, I’m sorry you didn’t get amazing results. From what you’re saying it sounds like you baked this in a thick ceramic dish. It will take longer for the bottom of the cinnamon rolls to get the heat, creating this uneven result. I would suggest using a glass baking dish or metal to get a more even result. I hope that helps!
I did use a glass baking dish .. It’s ok not all recipes are for everyone… Thank you
I’d use a 9 x 13 greased PAN. I used 2 cans of cinnamon rolls, but only one can of fruit filling. If using the larger rolls (Grands), cut each unbaked roll into SIX pieces. First spread the cut-up unbaked rolls into the pan in only one layer. Then dollop the filling in small spoonfuls on top, leaving about 1/2″ inch space between the dollops.. Push some of the filling down in between the pieces of cinnamon rolls. Baking time will probably be less. Check it after baking for 25 min. DO NOT COVER WHILE BAKING IT. When done baking, wait about 20 min. before drizzling frosting on. I guarantee it will be delicious!
have you or anyone else made this with cherry pie filling instead of apple pie filling?
or even with blueberry pie filling?
i made it with strawberry pie filling and a second pan of apple pie filling., The strawberry one i did with 2 cans of pie filling and the apple one i did with can. I even cook them 10 minutes longer cause they were both doughy after the 25 minutes. The apple one with the pie filling needs to be cook longer than the 35 minutes cause the apples were still hard not soft like they are suppsoed to be. And with the strawberry one, next time i would have used one can instead of two. Cause it was very liquidy it was still good just too much liquid.
Good to know that the strawberry pie filling is a little more liquid than the apple.
I added some heavy whipped cream, vanilla, extra cinnamon , melted butter, and a few pecans. Cover with foil and bake.
Cook until liquid absorbed (about 25 minutes @ 400 degrees)
Then 5 minutes without foil, let cool for 5/10 minutes add icing ENJOY
Nancy if you don’t mind me asking. How much whipping cream did you use. I have 2 cans of biscuits.
Thank you
BRENDA BEDOLLA
Made this for Christmas Eve breakfast! Simple, quick and delicious! Thank you!!
Simple, Quick and Delicious. You can add ice cream or other delicious flavors to accompany This Wonderful ALL AMERICAN Dish! .
Robert E.
So looking forward to making this for Christmas morning, Shawn! Yes, we need warm, yummy treats here in Wisconsin!
Thank you so much! Will definitely check out other recipes on your site – Thanks again! Merry Christmas!!!
What a douchebag person to say that.. oh no processed sugar lol I bet she likes making veggies cakes because they are” healthy”
Your family isn’t go to live any longer bake prude.
Thank you. This “recipe” is absolute garbage and the epitome of why we have so many obese Americans.
You don’t even like yourself, do you?
Sounds like someone woke up a half quart low on estrogen……..
Your kitchen, your rules……..
Why don’t you just keep moving n not be a judgemental prude.
Made this this morning …what an awesome treat …for a cold Midwest Chicago morning ….
Thank you for this …
Happy Holidays …
Paul
So glad you enjoyed it Paul! Happy Holidays to you as well. 🙂
Made with cheaper cinn rolls from Save a lot. Not Pillsberry
1/2 the recipe, cooked for 30 min. Gummy on bottom. Cooked for 15 min. More to complete. In small oven. Not worth using cheaper rolls. The taste wasn’t there. But still decent. Would try again with Pillsbury Cinn. Rolls.