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apple fritter cinnamon roll

Apple Fritter Cinnamon Roll Bake is an easy apple brunch recipe that's like a monkey bread and a bubble-up bake all in one! Perfect for a delicious breakfast or dessert.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 medium apples peeled, cored, and diced small (about 1.5 cups)
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1 can Pillsbury Grands! Cinnamon Rolls 5 rolls
Topping
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 0.33 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon heavy whipping cream or milk optional, for glaze

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray a 9-inch pie plate or pan with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. Place small diced apples, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and 1 tablespoon of water in a small bowl. Stir. Cover loosely with plastic wrap and cook on high power for 2-3 minutes, or until apples are just slightly translucent. Drain well.
  3. While the apples are cooking, cut each cinnamon roll into 6 pieces. They'll fall apart a little, that's okay. Sprinkle the pieces evenly in the prepared pan. Once the apples are done, drain them well and sprinkle them over the cinnamon roll pieces.
  4. Stir the melted butter and 1/3 cup brown sugar together, then pour over the top of the apples and cinnamon rolls. Bake for 28-33 minutes or until cooked through in the center.
  5. Just before serving, place the icing that came with the cinnamon rolls in a small bowl. Heat for about 10 seconds so it's pourable. Stir in heavy whipping cream (or milk) to make it more of a glaze, then pour over the top of the casserole. Serve warm or room temperature.
  6. Store tightly covered in refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Notes

This easy casserole combines the flavors of apple fritters and cinnamon rolls for a delightful treat. Great for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.