These Cinnamon Roll Apple Pie Cups combine tender cinnamon rolls with spiced apple filling for a cozy, handheld dessert. Easy to make with just 4 ingredients and packed with warm flavors, they’re perfect for breakfast or a sweet treat anytime.
Cinnamon Roll Apple Pie Cups are a fun, bite-sized twist on the classic dessert. Soft, gooey cinnamon rolls are filled with spiced apples and baked in individual cups, making them easy to serve and enjoy.
Enjoy all the flavors of Apple Pie without the work. This recipe starts with canned cinnamon rolls, and they are filled with apple pie filling.
More desserts we enjoy include Cinnamon Roll Pie and Caramel Pecan Cinnamon Rolls. We love these Easy Cinnamon Dessert Recipes.
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Why We Love This Recipe
- Handheld Convenience: Individual cups make these desserts easy to serve, share, and enjoy without slicing a full pie.
- Warm, Spiced Flavor: Sweet cinnamon rolls paired with tender, spiced apple filling create a cozy, comforting taste.
- Quick and Simple: Using store-bought cinnamon rolls keeps prep time minimal while still delivering a delicious dessert.
- Versatile for Any Occasion: Great for breakfast, brunch, holiday gatherings, or an anytime treat.
- Fun Presentation: The mini pie cups are visually appealing and perfect for impressing guests.
Ingredients
- Refrigerated Cinnamon Roll Dough with Icing – The base of the cups, providing soft, sweet, and cinnamon-flavored layers.
- Apple Pie Filling – Tender, spiced apples add sweetness, texture, and classic pie flavor.
- Caramel Sauce – Drizzle over the cups for a rich, buttery sweetness; Homemade Caramel Sauce or store-bought works well.
- Ground Cinnamon – Enhances the warm, cozy flavor and pairs perfectly with apples and cinnamon rolls.
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Variations
- Add Nuts – For extra crunch, sprinkle in chopped walnuts, pecans, or sliced almonds into the apple filling or on top before baking.
- Adjust the Spices – Customize the flavor by adding nutmeg, pumpkin pie spice, or allspice to the apple filling for a warm, aromatic twist.
- Serving Suggestions – These cups are delicious on their own but topping them with a scoop of No Churn Vanilla Ice Cream adds a creamy, indulgent touch.
- Melted Butter – Drizzle melted butter over the finished cups for added richness and flavor.
- Try Different Fruits – Swap the apple filling for peach, blueberry, or cherry for a fun variation with a new fruity twist.
Step By Step Instructions
Step 1. First, preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Then spray a muffin pan with non-stick cooking spray. Next, open the cinnamon rolls and flatten each of them out.
Step 2. Place the cinnamon rolls in a muffin cup. Then line the bottom and sides of the cups with the cinnamon rolls to form a cup.
Step 3. Combine the filling ingredients in a mixing bowl. Use a knife to dice up the apples in the filling.
Step 4. Then stir in the caramel sauce and cinnamon.
Step 5. Place a generous amount of the filling mixture into each of the cinnamon roll cups in the muffin tin. Bake until golden brown.
Step 6. Allow to cool for 10 minutes in the pan. Then carefully remove them and cool them on a wire rack. Heat the frosting that came with the cinnamon rolls. Drizzle on top of the cups.
Pro Tips
- Prepare the Cinnamon Rolls – After opening the cans, gently flatten each cinnamon roll with your hands before pressing them into the muffin pan. Make sure the dough covers the bottom and sides evenly for a sturdy, well-shaped cup.
- Fill Generously – Fill each cinnamon roll cup fully with apple pie filling to ensure every bite has plenty of sweet, spiced apples.
- Frosting Finish – Use the frosting packet that comes with the cinnamon rolls. Warm it slightly and drizzle over the baked cups for added sweetness and a glossy finish.
- Prevent Overflow – Don’t overfill the cups to avoid spilling during baking.
- Cooling: Allow the cups to cool slightly before serving to let the filling set and make them easier to remove from the pan.
Storage
Room Temperature: Store cooled cinnamon roll cups in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 hours if serving the same day.
Refrigerator: Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3–4 days. Reheat slightly before serving for a soft, warm texture.
Freezer: Wrap each cooled cup individually in plastic wrap and place in a freezer-safe container or bag. Freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and warm before serving.
Frequently Asked Questions
We recommend using the regular size cinnamon rolls. This allows it to cover the muffin cups perfectly. If using large cinnamon rolls, you may need to trim it to fit easily in the muffin cups.
Yes, you can easily prepare ahead of time. Once prepared, store in an air tight container and refrigerate. They will also stay good for up to 2 days at room temperature.
If you have extra pie filling, save it for a delicious topping for your ice cream. Serve it as a side dish or you can even use it topped on your pancakes or waffles.
More Easy Apple Desserts
- Cracker Barrel Fried Apples
- Mini Apple Pie Bites Recipe
- Apple Fries
- Air Fryer Apple Pie Bombs
- Apple Pie Cupcakes
I can’t wait for you to try apple pie cinnamon roll cups for a great treat. Don’t forget to leave a comment and star rating once you do.
Cinnamon Roll Apple Pie Cups
Ingredients
- 1 can Refrigerated Cinnamon Rolls with Icing 8 count
- 1 can Apple Pie Filling 20 ounces
- 2 Tablespoons Caramel Sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and spray a muffin tin with non-stick cooking spray.
- Open the cinnamon rolls and flatten each of them out.
- Place them in a muffin cup and line the bottom and sides of the cups with the cinnamon rolls to form a cup.
- Place the apple pie filling in a mixing bowl. Use a knife to dice up the apples in the filling. Then stir in the caramel sauce and cinnamon.
- Place some of the filling mixture into each of the cinnamon roll cups in the muffin tin. Make sure that they are pretty full.
- Bake for 14-18 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow the cup to cool for 10 minutes in the pan. Then carefully remove them and cool them on a wire rack.
- Heat the frosting that came with the cinnamon rolls in a microwave safe bowl for 15 seconds. Drizzle it on top of the cups and then they are ready to serve and enjoy!
