Caramel apple cinnamon roll lasagna is a delicious dessert that combines the flavors of caramel, apple, and cinnamon in a layered, lasagna-style dessert. Here’s a simple recipe to make this tasty treat:Ingredients:For the Caramel Apple Filling:
- 4 cups of thinly sliced and peeled apples (such as Granny Smith)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup caramel sauce (plus extra for drizzling)
For the Cinnamon Roll Layers:
- 1 can (13.8 oz) refrigerated cinnamon roll dough (with icing)
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the sliced apples and cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until they start to soften.
- Stir in the granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Continue to cook for another 5-7 minutes until the apples are tender and the mixture is caramelized. Remove from heat and stir in the caramel sauce. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
- Open the can of refrigerated cinnamon roll dough. Unroll the dough and press it into the bottom of a greased 9×13-inch baking dish to form the first layer.
- Spread half of the cream cheese filling over the cinnamon roll dough.
- Pour half of the caramel apple filling over the cream cheese layer.
- Place another layer of cinnamon roll dough over the caramel apple filling.
- Spread the remaining cream cheese filling over the second cinnamon roll layer.
- Pour the remaining caramel apple filling over the cream cheese layer.
- Unroll the remaining cinnamon rolls and place them on top as the final layer.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cinnamon rolls are golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove the lasagna from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
- Drizzle additional caramel sauce and the included icing from the cinnamon roll dough over the top.
- Slice and serve warm. Enjoy your delicious caramel apple cinnamon roll lasagna!
This dessert combines the flavors of caramel, apple, and cinnamon in a unique and indulgent way, making it a perfect treat for special occasions or gatherings.