Cinnamon Roll Apple Lasagna
A warm, gooey dessert layered with spiced apples, creamy cheesecake filling, and soft cinnamon rolls—pure comfort in every bite!
This dessert is perfect for holidays, family gatherings, or when you want something impressive but easy. Think apple pie + cinnamon rolls + cheesecake, all baked into one irresistible dish.
Ingredients
Apple Filling
4 cups apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced (about 600 g)
(Granny Smith for tartness or Honeycrisp for sweetness work best)
⅓ cup brown sugar (70 g), packed
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (2 g)
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg (0.5 g)
1 tablespoon lemon juice (15 ml)
1 tablespoon cornstarch (8 g)
Cinnamon Roll Layers
2 cans refrigerated cinnamon rolls (17 oz total / 480 g)
(Use classic rolls, not jumbo)
Icing packets from the cans (set aside)
Creamy Cheesecake Layer
8 oz cream cheese, softened (225 g)
¼ cup granulated sugar (50 g)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (5 ml)
Optional Topping
2 tablespoons melted butter (28 g)
¼ cup chopped pecans or walnuts (30 g)
Directions
1️⃣ Prepare the Oven & Pan
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
Generously grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray
2️⃣ Make the Apple Filling
In a large bowl, combine:
Sliced apples
Brown sugar
Cinnamon
Nutmeg
Lemon juice
Cornstarch
Toss until apples are evenly coated.
The cornstarch helps thicken the juices as it bakes, creating a luscious apple layer.
3️⃣ Prepare the Creamy Layer
In a mixing bowl:
Beat cream cheese until smooth and fluffy
Add granulated sugar and vanilla extract
Mix until creamy, smooth, and spreadable
No lumps—this layer should be silky like cheesecake batter.
4️⃣ Slice the Cinnamon Rolls
Separate cinnamon rolls and slice each roll into 3–4 round pieces
This helps them bake evenly and form soft “lasagna-style” layers.
5️⃣ Assemble the Lasagna Layers
First Layer
Arrange half of the cinnamon roll slices evenly in the bottom of the dish
Spread half of the cream cheese mixture gently over the rolls
Spoon half of the apple filling evenly on top
Second Layer
Repeat with remaining cinnamon rolls
Spread remaining cream cheese mixture
Finish with the rest of the apples on top
6️⃣ Add the Topping (Optional but Recommended)
Drizzle melted butter over the top
Sprinkle with chopped nuts for crunch and flavor
7️⃣ Bake
Cover loosely with foil and bake for 25 minutes
Remove foil and bake an additional 15–20 minutes
The top should be golden, apples tender, and cinnamon rolls fully cooked.
8️⃣ Ice & Serve
Warm icing packets slightly (10–15 seconds in microwave)
Drizzle generously over the hot lasagna
Let rest 10 minutes before slicing
Time Breakdown
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Bake Time: 40–45 minutes
Total Time: ~1 hour
Servings & Nutrition
Servings: 10 generous portions
Calories: ~420 per serving (approximate)
Pro Tips & Variations
Add ½ teaspoon apple pie spice for extra warmth
Swap apples for pear + apple combo
Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream
For extra richness, drizzle caramel sauce over the icing
