Description
These easy caramel apple cinnamon rolls are soft, gooey, and packed with warm cinnamon-spiced apples. Topped with a rich caramel glaze, they’re perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a cozy dessert. The best part? You can make them quickly using store-bought dough or take your time with homemade dough!
Ingredients
For the Rolls:
- 1 can (13.8 oz) refrigerated crescent roll dough (or pizza dough)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 medium apple, peeled and finely chopped (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work best)
For the Caramel Glaze:
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tablespoons milk (as needed for consistency)
Instructions
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a round or square baking dish.
Prepare the Dough
Roll out the crescent roll dough onto a lightly floured surface, pressing the seams together if using crescent rolls.
Fill with Cinnamon & Apples
Brush the dough with melted butter.
In a small bowl, mix brown sugar and cinnamon, then sprinkle it evenly over the buttered dough.
Spread the chopped apples evenly on top.
Roll & Slice
Roll the dough tightly into a log, starting from the longer side.
Slice into 8-10 equal pieces and place them in the prepared baking dish.
Bake
Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Make Caramel Glaze
In a small bowl, whisk together caramel sauce, powdered sugar, and milk until smooth.
Drizzle & Serve
Once the cinnamon rolls are out of the oven, drizzle the caramel glaze over the warm rolls.
Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
Make-Ahead Tip: Assemble the rolls the night before, cover, and refrigerate. Bake fresh in the morning!
Homemade Dough Alternative: Use classic cinnamon roll dough if you have more time.
Extra Toppings: Add chopped pecans or walnuts for a crunchy twist.