Apple Cobbler with Cinnamon Rolls

This Apple Cobbler with Cinnamon Rolls is one of the easiest desserts that you will ever make. These three ingredients come together to make this a heavenly treat that will have your friends asking for me. 

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• Why you'll love this recipe   
• Ingredients
• Instructions 
• Equipment
• FAQ's
• Test kitchen tips
• Variations
• Storage
• Related recipes
• Serve with
• 2 Ingredient Apple Cobbler

Why you'll love this recipe   

✔️It only takes a few minutes of prep work to make this easy apple dessert recipe. 

✔️Perfect for any occasion and it's a great way to use up a can of apple pie filling. 

✔️ And the best part? This easy apple cobbler only has a couple of ingredients. 

Ingredients

For the exact measurements, please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post. 

• apple pie filling
• Pillsbury cinnamon rolls
• cinnamon sugar (optional)

Instructions 

This is an overview of the instructions. For the complete directions just scroll down to the bottom!

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Open cans of cinnamon rolls. Set the icing aside. Generously grease the casserole dish with butter, and set aside.
2. Cut each cinnamon roll into six pieces—place in a large mixing bowl.
3. Open the can of canned apples. Cut each slice into two or three pieces. (This can be a little messy, I've found scissors work best for this.)
4. Add the diced apples to the bowl. Mix the pieces of cinnamon rolls and apple pie filling. Spoon into the prepared baking dish.
5. Bake uncovered for 40-45 minutes, until the top of the casserole is golden brown and the center is cooked and not doughy. 
6. Remove from oven, sprinkle with cinnamon sugar (if using) and drizzle with icing. Serve warm, topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Enjoy!

Equipment

• 9x13 casserole dish
• scissors or knife  
• large bowl

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FAQ's

Test kitchen tips

• For this recipe, you are using the smaller tube of Pillsbury cinnamon rolls, not the Grands canned cinnamon rolls. 
• You can use your favorite brand of cinnamon rolls instead of Pillsbury to save a little cash at the grocery store. 
• Make sure that you use your casserole dish well, it works best if you use room-temperature butter to grease the dish. You could also use nonstick cooking spray instead of butter if you prefer. 
• Separate the cinnamon roll pieces as you add them into the mixing bowl so they can be evenly coated in the apple pie filling and not stick together. 
• Serve this casserole as it is on its own or you can top it with a scoop of ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream. 

Variations

• I used canned applied pie filling to save time on this apple cinnamon roll bake. However, you can use a batch of your favorite homemade pie filling instead if you prefer. 
• Change up the flavor of this cobbler by using a different type of fruit pie fillings.  Peach or cherry pie filling would also taste great. 
•  If you like your cobbler a bit sweeter, try adding some brown sugar to the apple mixture before spooning it into the baking dish.
• Top your casserole with some chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts for some additional crunch. 

Storage

Refrigerate - Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. 

Freezer -this apple cobbler with cinnamon rolls can be frozen, just cover it tightly and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating. 

Reheat - warm in a 350 degree oven until heated through, about 10 minutes. 

Related recipes

An apple cobbler recipe with cinnamon rolls.... who'd a thunk this could be SO easy or SO good?!! Here are more tasty apple recipes you'll enjoy!

• These Sticky Sweet Pull Apart Cinnamon Rolls is another delicious recipe you should try. You can serve it for breakfast or dessert, or if you like me, serve it for both! 
• Apple Spice Bundt Cake starts with a cake mix! It's moist and tender and so good. You won't believe what an easy recipe it is!
• Do you want to make homemade cinnamon rolls without all the work? Then, you are going to want to try these Crescent Cinnamon Rolls. You get the freshly made taste without taking the time to make homemade cinnamon roll dough. 
• These Cracker Barrel Fried Apples are so simple to make and they are one of my favorite recipes to make because they are great as a side dish or you can serve them as a dessert. 

Still looking for a favorite? Check out Grandma's Favorite Apple Desserts. There are a ton of ideas, and I know you'll find just what you're looking for!

Serve with

• I love to serve a protein-rich dish like Overnight Eggs Benedict Casserole when I am doing this recipe as a breakfast bake. Adding in the protein gives a good balance to your first meal of the day. 
• This sweet treat pairs so well with a simple and fresh side dish like a fruit salad. And, my favorite fruit salad to make is this Mexican Fruit Salad, the tropical fruit pairs so well with the kick of spice from the Tajin and a zing of lime juice. 
• Next time you are serving this easy cinnamon roll apple bake as a dessert, top it with this Homemade Vanilla Bean Ice Cream for the perfect combination of sweet, fruity, and creamy. 

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