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Apple Cinnamon Roll Bake

Apple Cinnamon Roll Bake
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Apple Cinnamon Roll Bake is a warm, sweet breakfast casserole combining tender tart apples, cinnamon-spiced roll dough, and a luscious glaze. This easy-to-make dish fills your kitchen with inviting aromas and delivers a comforting, flavorful start to any morning, perfect for family brunches or cozy solo indulgence.

Ingredients

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Cinnamon Rolls

  • 1 package refrigerated cinnamon rolls (8 rolls)

Apple Mixture

  • 3 medium Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar, packed

Additional Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Glaze

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk (or as needed for desired consistency)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Apples: Peel, core, and thinly slice the apples. Toss them with ground cinnamon and brown sugar until each slice is evenly coated and aromatic.
  2. Arrange Cinnamon Rolls: Open the package and separate the cinnamon rolls. Lightly press each roll into a flat circle to increase surface area, then layer them evenly in a greased baking dish, leaving slight space between rolls for rising.
  3. Layer the Apples: Spread the cinnamon-sugar-coated apple slices evenly over the flattened rolls, ensuring each roll gets a generous topping of apples.
  4. Add Butter and Brown Sugar: Distribute small pieces of butter evenly over the apple layer. Sprinkle an additional pinch of brown sugar on top to enhance caramelization while baking.
  5. Bake Until Golden: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the dish for 30 to 35 minutes until the rolls are puffed, golden brown, and apples are soft and bubbly.
  6. Drizzle with Glaze: While still warm, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract to make the glaze. Drizzle it evenly over the warm bake for a glossy, sweet finish that seeps into the dish.

Notes

  • Use tart apple varieties like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp to balance sweetness and maintain texture.
  • Allow cinnamon rolls and butter to come to room temperature before assembling for easier handling and even baking.
  • Leave some space between rolls in the baking dish to allow for rising and proper browning.
  • Drizzle glaze immediately after baking for best absorption and flavor.
  • Adjust brown sugar quantities to suit your preferred sweetness levels.

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