Description
This Apple Pecan Cinnamon Roll Bake is a warm, comforting dessert perfect for breakfast or brunch. Featuring tender cinnamon rolls layered with spiced apples and crunchy pecans, then baked to golden perfection and drizzled with sweet icing, it offers a delightful combination of textures and flavors that’s sure to please any crowd.
Ingredients
Scale
Cinnamon Roll Base
- 1 can (12 oz) refrigerated cinnamon rolls with icing
Apple Pecan Mixture
- 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Egg Mixture
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare baking dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Cut and arrange cinnamon rolls: Cut the refrigerated cinnamon rolls into quarters and spread them evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form a base layer.
- Mix and layer apple pecan topping: In a bowl, combine the diced apples, chopped pecans, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the cinnamon pieces in the baking dish.
- Prepare egg custard mixture: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
- Pour egg mixture over the bake: Evenly pour the egg custard mixture over the cinnamon rolls and apple-pecan topping, ensuring the liquid covers the ingredients to help bind everything once baked.
- Bake the dish: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is fully set.
- Add icing and cool: Remove the bake from the oven and drizzle it with the icing that came with the cinnamon rolls for added sweetness and flavor.
- Serve warm: Allow the bake to cool slightly before slicing and serving warm to enjoy the gooey cinnamon rolls with spiced apple and pecan goodness.
Notes
- You can substitute pecans with walnuts or almonds if preferred.
- If you like a more spiced flavor, add a pinch of ground cloves or allspice to the apple mixture.
- For a dairy-free alternative, use a plant-based milk and skip the icing or use a vegan glaze.
- To make ahead, assemble the dish, cover, and refrigerate overnight before baking.
- Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an indulgent dessert option.
