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🍎 Cinnamon Roll Apple Cream Cheese Bake

A warm, layered dessert made with soft cinnamon rolls, spiced apples, and a creamy cheesecake-style filling. Perfect for brunch, holidays, or cozy evenings.

📝 Ingredients

  • 2 cans refrigerated cinnamon rolls (with icing)

  • 4 cups apple pie filling

  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

  • ½ teaspoon nutmeg (optional)

  • 8 oz cream cheese, fully softened

  • ½ cup powdered sugar

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 1 cup whipped topping

  • Caramel sauce, for drizzling

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Prepare the Base

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Flatten half of the cinnamon rolls and press them tightly into the bottom of the dish to form a soft crust.

2. Apple Layer

Spread half of the apple pie filling evenly over the dough.
Sprinkle with cinnamon and nutmeg for extra flavor.

3. Creamy Layer

In a bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
Gently fold in whipped topping until light and fluffy.

4. Build the Layers

Spread half of the cream mixture over the apples.
Repeat layers with remaining cinnamon rolls, apple filling, and cream mixture.

5. Bake

Bake for 30–35 minutes until the top is golden, edges are bubbling, and the center is slightly soft.

6. Finish & Serve

Let it rest 10–15 minutes.
Drizzle with reserved cinnamon roll icing and caramel sauce.
Slice and serve warm.

🕒 Total Time

About 50 minutes

✨ Tips for Best Results

  • Flatten rolls well: Helps them bake evenly and avoids doughy centers.

  • Use room-temperature cream cheese: prevents lumps.

  • Balance sweetness: Add a small splash of lemon juice or pinch of salt to apples.

  • Homemade option: Replace canned apples with sautéed fresh apples, butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon.

  • Avoid overbaking: The center should slightly jiggle; it firms as it cools.

  • Clean slices: Chill 20–30 minutes after baking, then reheat.

  • Crunch option: Add chopped pecans or walnuts between layers.

  • Extra flavor: Finish with caramel, maple syrup, and a pinch of flaky salt.

  • Make ahead: Assemble, cover, refrigerate overnight, and bake fresh the next day.

🍨 Serving Ideas

  • Top with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream

  • Pair with coffee, chai latte, or apple cider

  • Serve warm for gooey layers or chilled for cheesecake-style texture

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