Easy Apple Cinnamon Roll Bake with Pecans
If you love warm cinnamon rolls and cozy apple pie, this recipe brings the two together in the easiest way possible. With just three main ingredients and almost no prep time, you’ll have a bubbling, golden-brown apple cinnamon roll bake that tastes like you spent hours in the kitchen. Perfect for busy mornings, potlucks, or a sweet after-dinner treat, this recipe is a keeper.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Only 3 ingredients needed
- Comes together in 10 minutes
- Great for breakfast, brunch, or dessert
- Tastes like homemade with half the work
Ingredients
- 2 cans refrigerated cinnamon rolls, quartered
- 1 can (about 20 oz) apple pie filling
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- Nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly spray a 9×13 baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Prepare the rolls: Open the cans of cinnamon rolls, cut each roll into quarters, and set the included icing aside for later.
- Mix the filling: In a large bowl, combine the quartered cinnamon rolls, apple pie filling, and chopped nuts. Stir until evenly coated.
- Bake: Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly. Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the cinnamon rolls are golden brown and cooked through.
- Finish: Drizzle the reserved icing over the warm bake before serving.
Tips and Variations
- Extra gooey: Add a drizzle of caramel sauce before baking.
- Spice it up: Sprinkle in a little ground cinnamon or nutmeg for more warmth.
- Nut-free: Leave out the nuts or replace them with raisins for a chewy texture.
- Breakfast casserole: Serve with scrambled eggs and bacon for a full brunch spread.
Serving Ideas
This apple cinnamon roll bake is best served warm, fresh out of the oven, with the icing drizzled over the top. Pair it with a hot cup of coffee, chai tea, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for dessert.
Final Thoughts
This recipe is proof that shortcuts in the kitchen can be just as satisfying as from-scratch baking. With cinnamon rolls, apple pie filling, and nuts, you get all the flavors of fall in every bite—without the fuss. Once you try this, it may just become your go-to crowd-pleasing treat.
