Apple Rose Cinnamon Rolls Recipe with Video Tutorial
Cinnamon Roll Apple Roses — edible roses made from tart apple slices wrapped in sweet, gooey cinnamon rolls. An easy, impressive holiday treat.
Ah, Monday. The air has a chill, dusk arrives sooner, and the holidays are quietly approaching. This season I’m excited to partner with Immaculate Baking to give classic baked goods a small upgrade for festive mornings. These apple roses are simple, elegant, and wholesome enough to serve as a show-stopping treat.
I’ve long appreciated Immaculate Baking for convenient, high-quality products—especially their ready-to-bake pie crusts. My homemade crusts never behave, so having reliable shortcuts saves time and stress without sacrificing flavor.
There’s something about the aroma of cinnamon rolls baking on a holiday morning that instantly lifts spirits. I don’t shy away from pop-and-bake convenience—especially when a little creativity turns it into something special. Instead of puff pastry, I swapped in cinnamon rolls for an extra gooey, cinnamon-forward twist.
I first saw apple rose ideas on Pinterest and wanted to try my own version. The technique is simple: soften thin apple slices, layer them on an unrolled cinnamon roll, and re-roll so the apple edges peek out like petals. Bake until golden, add icing, and finish with a dusting of powdered sugar.
A light dusting of powdered sugar gives these a snowy holiday look, though that finishing touch is optional if you prefer less sweetness. For me, it’s the holidays—so I vote for the sugar.
These apple roses are quick to assemble and impressive to present. They’re an ideal option for holiday brunch, a festive breakfast, or a last-minute dessert when you want something pretty but stress-free.
Spray a standard muffin tin with nonstick cooking spray.
In a medium microwave-safe bowl, combine apple slices and lemon juice.
Fill the bowl halfway with water and microwave for about 3 minutes, until the apple slices are pliable.
Drain and pat the apple slices dry.
Remove cinnamon rolls from packaging.
Unravel each cinnamon roll and arrange apple slices horizontally along the upper half of the dough.
Carefully roll the dough back up, pinching the end to seal.
Place each roll into the prepared muffin tin, spacing evenly.
Bake 18–20 minutes, until the rolls are golden brown.
Transfer baked rolls to a serving plate and drizzle with the included icing.
Before serving, dust generously with powdered sugar for a festive finish.
Prep Time:10 mins
Cook Time:20 mins
Category:Breakfast, brunch, holidays
I also made a short video to show the steps—this was my first video, so be gentle. If the embedded player doesn’t work, you can watch it directly on YouTube by searching the title.
