This irresistible Caramel Apple Cinnamon Roll Lasagna is the perfect fusion of classic apple pie flavors and warm, gooey cinnamon rolls. It’s layered, sweet, buttery, and comforting—just like a fall dessert should be. Whether you serve it as a cozy weekend treat, a holiday breakfast casserole, or a crowd-pleasing dessert, this dish delivers pure comfort in every bite.
With soft cinnamon rolls, tender cinnamon-sugar apples, and swirls of caramel sauce, it’s everything you love about fall desserts baked into one delicious lasagna-style pan.
Why You’ll Love This Caramel Apple Cinnamon Roll Lasagna
- Unique and fun: A playful twist that turns cinnamon rolls and caramel apples into a layered dessert.
- Perfect for fall: Warm spices, soft apples, and buttery rolls make this an ideal autumn treat.
- Easy to assemble: Uses refrigerated cinnamon rolls—simple and convenient.
- Flexible: Serve as dessert, brunch, holiday breakfast, or potluck favorite.
- Family-approved: Everyone loves the gooey apple-caramel-cinnamon combination.
What You Need to Make This Recipe
Here’s a quick overview of what you’ll need. Exact ingredient amounts are listed in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- Cinnamon roll dough
- Fresh apples
- Sugar
- Cinnamon & nutmeg
- Cornstarch
- Caramel or salted caramel sauce
How to Make This Recipe
Making this Caramel Apple Cinnamon Roll Lasagna is easier than it looks—simply flatten the cinnamon rolls, layer with apple filling and caramel, and bake until golden and bubbly. Below is a general overview. Please see the full, detailed instructions in the recipe card at the end of this post.
- Prep your baking dish and preheat the oven.
- Mix diced apples with sugar, spices, and cornstarch.
- Flatten the cinnamon rolls on a floured surface.
- Layer cinnamon rolls, apples, and caramel sauce like lasagna.
- Bake covered, then uncover and bake until golden.
- Let cool, drizzle icing, slice, and enjoy warm.
Tips & Variations
- Add nuts: Sprinkle chopped pecans or walnuts between layers.
- Salted caramel twist: Use salted caramel sauce for deeper flavor.
- Extra gooey: Add more caramel over the top after baking.
- Apple choice: Granny Smith gives tartness; Golden Delicious adds sweetness.
Storing & Reheating
- Store in fridge: Up to 3 days, covered tightly.
- Reheat: Warm individual servings in microwave for 20–30 seconds.
- Freezing: Not recommended because the cinnamon rolls soften too much.
FAQs
Can I use store-bought caramel sauce?
Absolutely—store-bought or homemade both work well.
Can I make this the night before?
You can prep the apple filling, but assemble right before baking to keep rolls from getting soggy.
What apples work best?
Granny Smith for tartness, Golden Delicious for sweetness—both hold up well when baked.
Caramel Apple Cinnamon Roll Lasagna
Ingredients
- 2 cans cinnamon rolls
- 4 large apples, peeled & diced
- ½ cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- ¼–⅓ cup caramel sauce
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease an 8×8 or 7×9 baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix diced apples with sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, and nutmeg until evenly coated.
- Cut cinnamon rolls into ¼-inch slices and flatten them on a floured surface. Dust with flour to prevent sticking.
- Layer flattened cinnamon rolls on the bottom and sides of the dish, sealing gaps with your fingers.
- Spread half of the apple mixture over the layer and drizzle with 2–3 tablespoons caramel sauce.
- Add another layer of flattened cinnamon rolls and repeat with remaining apples and caramel.
- Finish with a final layer of flattened cinnamon rolls on top.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 10–15 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool at least 30 minutes. Drizzle with icing from cinnamon roll cans, slice, and enjoy warm.
Notes
- Letting it cool helps it slice cleanly like a lasagna.
- For extra richness, add a drizzle of warm caramel before serving.