Ingredients
- 2 cans of cinnamon rolls (with icing included)
- 2 cups of apple pie filling
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)
- Extra cinnamon for sprinkling
Equipment Needed
- 9×13 inch baking dish
- Mixing bowl
- Hand mixer or whisk
- Spoon or spatula
- Oven
Step-by-Step Instructions
To start off, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). While the oven is warming up, I like to grease my baking dish to ensure easy removal later. Next, I grab the two cans of cinnamon rolls. I unwrap them and slice each roll into quarters. Using my hands, I gently toss these pieces into the greased dish, making sure they are evenly distributed. It’s a beautiful mess of dough!
Now, let’s prepare the cream cheese mixture. In a mixing bowl, I blend together the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until creamy and smooth. The sweet aroma fills my kitchen, making my taste buds tingle in anticipation! Once fully combined, I spread this mixture over the cinnamon roll pieces in the baking dish.
Next comes the layer that truly elevates this dish: the apple pie filling. I pour the apple filling over the cream cheese layer, making sure to cover it evenly. I can’t help but sneak a taste of the filling while I’m working; it’s just so delicious! I then sprinkle some cinnamon and chopped pecans on top for a bit of crunch and extra flavor.
Finally, it’s time to bake! I pop the dish into the preheated oven and let it bake for about 30-35 minutes or until the top is golden brown and set. The smell is absolutely heavenly, and I can hardly wait!
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