Description
This Caramel Apple Cinnamon Roll Dump Cake is a delightfully easy dessert featuring layers of spiced apple pie filling, caramel sauce, and cinnamon rolls baked to golden perfection. It’s a quick and mouthwatering treat perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings with warm cinnamon and luscious caramel flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 1 can (21 oz) apple pie filling
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 cup caramel sauce (plus extra for drizzling)
Cinnamon Rolls Layer
- 1 can (8 oz) refrigerated cinnamon rolls (with icing)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
Optional Topping
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Layer the filling: Spread the apple pie filling evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the ground cinnamon and nutmeg over the apples, then drizzle with 1/4 cup of caramel sauce for a rich, sweet flavor.
- Prepare cinnamon rolls: Unroll the refrigerated cinnamon rolls and cut each roll into quarters. Scatter these cinnamon roll pieces evenly over the apple and caramel mixture in the baking dish.
- Add butter and nuts: Drizzle the melted unsalted butter over the cinnamon roll pieces to keep them moist during baking. If using, sprinkle the chopped pecans or walnuts evenly on top for added crunch and nuttiness.
- Bake: Place the dish in the oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the cinnamon rolls are golden brown and fully cooked.
- Finish and serve: Remove the cake from the oven. Drizzle with the icing found in the cinnamon rolls package and an additional drizzle of caramel sauce. Serve warm to enjoy the gooey, warmly spiced dessert.
Notes
- You can substitute walnuts or omit nuts entirely for a nut-free version.
- Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream on the side for an extra indulgent treat.
- This dessert is best served warm but can be refrigerated and reheated gently.
- Use your favorite caramel sauce for different flavor profiles, such as salted caramel.
- Refrigerated cinnamon rolls with icing streamline this recipe, but homemade rolls can also be used with adjusted prep time.
