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Mini Apple Pies with Cinnamon Rolls

These delightful Mini Apple Pies with Cinnamon Rolls feature warm apple filling encased in a sweet cinnamon roll crust, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 17 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 230
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the crust
  • 1 tube 12.4-ounce tube of cinnamon rolls (8 count) Use the pre-packaged cinnamon rolls for ease.
For the filling
  • 1 can 21-ounce can apple pie filling You can also use 2 cups of homemade apple pie filling.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F.
  2. Lightly spray 8 holes of a muffin pan with baking spray.
  3. Remove the cinnamon rolls from the tube and flatten each roll between your palms.
  4. Press the flattened cinnamon roll into the bottom and up the sides of the prepared muffin pan.
  5. Fill each cinnamon roll cup with apple pie filling, about three tablespoons each.
Baking
  1. Bake for 14-17 minutes or until the cinnamon rolls are golden brown and cooked through.
  2. Allow the pies to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  3. Drizzle with the frosting from the cinnamon roll can before serving.

Notes

For added flavor, sprinkle nutmeg or more cinnamon into the apple pie filling. Optionally, top with chopped pecans or walnuts for crunch. Serving suggestions include topping with vanilla ice cream or caramel sauce.