Warm Apple Cinnamon Dessert Recipe for Fall Gatherings

Looking for a simple, cozy fall dessert that tastes homemade with almost no effort? This Apple Cinnamon Dessert uses only two ingredients — canned cinnamon rolls and apple pie filling — to create a warm, comforting treat perfect for chilly afternoons, holiday gatherings, or last-minute guests. Big flavor, very little work.

Apple Cinnamon Dessert is an easy, 2-ingredient recipe that delivers homemade results.

Why You’ll Love This Easy Apple Cinnamon Dessert

Just 2 ingredients. No long shopping lists or complicated prep.
Ready to assemble in under 10 minutes.
Uses store-bought cinnamon rolls and apple pie filling to save time.
Bakes in a single 8 x 8″ dish — minimal cleanup.
Topped with the cinnamon roll icing for a gooey, bakery-style finish.
Perfect for fall, Thanksgiving, Christmas, or a cozy weekend brunch.

A simple 2-ingredient treat with all the delicious flavors of Fall.

Making Apple Cinnamon Dessert

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8 x 8″ baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.

Open the tube of cinnamon rolls and set the icing aside. Cut each roll into quarters and place the pieces evenly in the prepared baking dish.

Spoon the apple pie filling over the cut rolls and gently stir to combine, taking care not to completely mash the dough pieces.

Bake uncovered for 20 minutes, remove and gently stir, then return to the oven for about 25 more minutes or until the rolls are golden and cooked through.

When the dessert is warm, drizzle the reserved icing over the top. Serve warm on its own, with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, or a dollop of whipped cream.

Apple Cinnamon Dessert is perfect for a no-fuss, quick treat that tastes like it's from scratch.

Tips & Variations

Stir in chopped pecans or walnuts for crunch.
Sprinkle extra cinnamon or a pinch of nutmeg before baking for more spice.
Top with vanilla or caramel swirl ice cream for a decadent a la mode option.
Serve for breakfast as a sweet casserole or as an after-dinner dessert.
Add fresh raspberries or blueberries for color and brightness.

Recipe Details

Apple Cinnamon Dessert

All the cozy flavors of apple pie and sticky cinnamon rolls in a quick, one-dish dessert — perfect for holidays, potlucks, or a comforting weekend treat. No peeling apples or making dough required.

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 45 mins

Total Time 1 hr

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Fall favorites, quick and easy, pie filling

Servings: 9

Calories: 209 kcal

Ingredients

13 oz. tube cinnamon rolls, with icing included
21 oz. can apple pie filling

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8 x 8″ baking dish.
Cut each cinnamon roll into quarters and place the pieces in the baking dish. Set the icing aside.
Spoon the apple pie filling over the cinnamon roll pieces and gently stir to combine without breaking them up completely.
Bake uncovered for 20 minutes, stir gently, then bake another 25 minutes or until golden and cooked through.
Drizzle the reserved icing over the warm dessert and serve.

Notes

For color and brightness, serve with fresh raspberries or blueberries. For an extra indulgence, add a scoop of ice cream or whipped cream when serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 209 kcal | Carbohydrates: 38 g | Protein: 2 g | Fat: 6 g | Sugar: 18 g

Apple Cinnamon Dessert (Only 2 Ingredients!)

This easy Apple Cinnamon Dessert will quickly become a go-to fall favorite: two ingredients, one baking dish, and the warm flavors of apple pie and cinnamon rolls in every bite. Ideal for Thanksgiving, potlucks, or a relaxed weekend at home — no peeling apples or mixing dough required.

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