Apple Pecan Cinnamon Roll Bake Recipe

Recipe Info

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 8

🛒 Ingredients

2 cans (12–13 oz each) refrigerated cinnamon rolls, with icing
2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced (Honeycrisp or Granny Smith work great)
½ cup chopped pecans
½ cup brown sugar
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1 tsp vanilla extract
¼ cup melted butter
¼ cup heavy cream (or milk, for a lighter version)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Prep the Pan

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.

2. Slice the Cinnamon Rolls

Open the cans and set the icing aside.
Cut each cinnamon roll into quarters and place them into a large mixing bowl.

3. Add the Good Stuff

Add the diced apples and chopped pecans to the bowl.
Stir in brown sugar, cinnamon, vanilla, melted butter, and heavy cream.
Gently toss everything together until well coated.

4. Bake

Pour the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
Bake uncovered for 30–35 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly around the edges.
Check at 25 minutes — if the top is browning too quickly, cover loosely with foil.

5. Drizzle with Icing

Once baked, let it cool for about 5 minutes.
Warm the reserved icing slightly and drizzle generously over the top.
Optional: Sprinkle extra chopped pecans for a pretty finish.

💡 Tips & Variations

Add a dash of nutmeg or allspice for more fall flavor.
Drizzle with caramel sauce before serving for extra sweetness.
Swap pecans for walnuts or skip nuts entirely if preferred.
For extra decadence, serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

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Rabia

Chef & Food Blogger at menuatthetable.com

Rabia has been a chef in Dubai for over eight years and loves exploring different types of food. Through the blog Menu at the Table, Rabia shares the best places to eat in Dubai for every cuisine. Whether you want street food or a fancy restaurant, Rabia helps you find the perfect spot to enjoy delicious meals.