Description
Enjoy a delightful fusion of two beloved desserts: Cinnamon Roll Apple Pie. This recipe combines the comforting flavors of a classic apple pie with the sweet, spiced swirl of a cinnamon roll.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box refrigerated pie crusts (2 crusts)
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 6 cups thinly sliced peeled apples (about 6 medium)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans (optional)
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Line a 9-inch pie plate with one pie crust.
- In a large bowl, combine the melted butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Add the sliced apples and lemon juice, and toss to coat the apples evenly.
- Pour the apple mixture into the prepared pie crust.
- In a separate bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, until just combined.
- Spread this cinnamon roll dough evenly over the apple filling.
- Sprinkle with chopped pecans, if desired.
- Place the second pie crust over the filling, or cut into strips for a lattice top. Crimp the edges to seal.
- Cut vents in the top crust to allow steam to escape.
- Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
- If the crust begins to brown too quickly, loosely tent it with aluminum foil.
- While the pie is baking, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract to make a glaze.
- Drizzle the glaze over the warm pie once it has cooled slightly.
- Let the pie cool completely before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Using a mix of apple varieties can add depth of flavor. Granny Smith and Honeycrisp are good choices.
- Ensure your apples are sliced evenly for consistent cooking.
- The cinnamon roll dough should be spread gently to avoid disturbing the apple layer too much.
- The glaze is optional but adds a lovely touch.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: Approx. 450-550 calories (will vary based on ingredients)
- Sugar: Approx. 40-50g
- Sodium: Approx. 300-400mg
- Fat: Approx. 25-35g
- Saturated Fat: Approx. 15-20g
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 60-70g
- Fiber: Approx. 3-5g
- Protein: Approx. 4-6g
- Cholesterol: Approx. 80-100mg