CARAMEL APPLE CINNAMON ROLL LASAGNA

INGREDIENTS:

For the Caramel Apple Layer:

4 medium apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and sliced

1/4 cup granulated sugar

1/4 cup packed brown sugar

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

2 tablespoons unsalted butter

1/4 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)

For the Cinnamon Roll Layer:

2 cans (12.4 oz each) refrigerated cinnamon roll dough (with icing)

1 cup cream cheese, softened

1/2 cup powdered sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 cup chopped pecans (optional)

For Assembly:

1/2 cup caramel sauce (for drizzling)

Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream (optional, for serving)

DIRECTIONS:

Preparing the Caramel Apple Layer

Cook the Apples: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the sliced apples, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the apples are tender and the sauce has thickened, about 8-10 minutes. Stir in the caramel sauce and remove from heat. Set aside.

Preparing the Cinnamon Roll Layer

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

Prepare the Cinnamon Rolls: Open the cinnamon roll dough cans and separate the rolls. Cut each roll into quarters. Arrange the cut pieces evenly in the prepared baking dish.

Make the Cream Cheese Mixture: In a medium bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cinnamon roll pieces.

Add the Pecans (Optional): If using, sprinkle the chopped pecans over the cream cheese layer.

Assembling the Lasagna

Layer the Apples: Spoon the caramel apple mixture evenly over the cinnamon roll and cream cheese layers in the baking dish.

Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cinnamon rolls are cooked through and the top is golden brown. The caramel apple layer should be bubbly.

Cool: Allow the lasagna to cool slightly before serving. This will help the layers set and make it easier to serve.

Serving

Add Final Touches: Drizzle additional caramel sauce over the top before serving. Serve warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream if desired.