Cinnamon Roll Apple Lasagna
Introduction
Cinnamon Roll Apple Lasagna is the ultimate comfort dessert — soft cinnamon rolls layered with warm apple pie filling, creamy cheesecake layer, and a gooey cinnamon glaze.
It tastes like:
apple pie
cinnamon rolls
cheesecake
all in one magical bite!
This dessert is perfect for:
parties
potlucks
holiday gatherings (especially fall!)
or whenever you want something warm, sweet, and comforting.
It’s incredibly easy because it uses store-bought cinnamon rolls and apple pie filling, but you can also use homemade versions.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Bake Time: 35–40 minutes
Cooling Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Ingredients (Serves 8–10)
For the Bottom Cinnamon Roll Layer
2 cans refrigerated cinnamon rolls (8-count each)
Icing packets (included in cans; save for topping)
For the Apple Layer
2 ½ cups apple pie filling
1 tbsp cinnamon
1 tbsp brown sugar
½ tsp nutmeg (optional)
For the Creamy Cheesecake Layer
250 g cream cheese (softened)
½ cup sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 egg
For Topping
Remaining apple pie filling (optional)
Extra cinnamon
Cinnamon roll icing
Instructions
Preheat the Oven
Preheat to 180°C / 350°F.
Grease a 9×13-inch (large) baking dish.
Make the Cinnamon Roll Base
Open the cinnamon roll cans.
Separate the rolls and flatten each one with your hands or a rolling pin.
Press them into the bottom of the baking dish to form a full even layer.
Slight overlapping is okay.
Prepare the Apple Layer
In a bowl, mix:
apple pie filling
cinnamon
brown sugar
nutmeg
Spread half of the apple mixture over the cinnamon roll layer.
Prepare the Cheesecake Layer
In another bowl, beat together:
softened cream cheese
sugar
vanilla
egg
Beat until smooth and creamy.
Pour this cheesecake mixture over the apple layer and spread evenly.
Add Second Cinnamon Roll Layer
Flatten the remaining cinnamon rolls.
Lay them on top of the cheesecake layer to form a second layer.
Add Final Apple Layer
Spread the remaining half of the apple filling on top.
Bake
Bake 35–40 minutes, or until:
the center is set
cinnamon rolls are cooked through
top is golden
If browning too quickly, cover loosely with foil during the last 10 minutes.
Add Final Toppings
Let the lasagna cool for 10 minutes.
Warm the cinnamon roll icing packets and drizzle over the top.
Optional: add extra apple filling or sprinkle cinnamon for presentation.
Tips for Best Results
Flatten the cinnamon rolls properly for even layering.
If your apple filling is chunky, chop it for smoother layers.
Make it richer by adding chopped walnuts or pecans.
Let it rest before slicing — it holds shape better.
Add caramel drizzle for an upgraded version.
Serving Suggestions
Serve warm with:
vanilla ice cream
whipped cream
caramel drizzle
Great for breakfast, dessert, or brunch!