Crock Pot Cinnamon Rolls with Apple

🍎 Slow Cooker Apple Cinnamon Roll Bake with Cream Cheese Frosting

This gooey, cozy treat is packed with tender apples, swirls of cinnamon sugar, and topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting. Perfect for lazy weekends or holiday mornings!

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🛒 Ingredients

Cinnamon Roll Base:

• 2 cans refrigerated cinnamon rolls (like Pillsbury)

• 1 cup heavy whipping cream

• 1 egg

• 3 tbsp brown sugar

• 2 tsp vanilla extract

• 1 tsp ground cinnamon

Apple Mixture:

• 4 large apples (2 Honeycrisp, 2 Granny Smith)

• ¼ cup melted butter

• ⅓ cup brown sugar

• 1 tsp ground cinnamon

Cream Cheese Frosting:

• 4 oz cream cheese, softened

• 4 tbsp butter, softened

• 1½ cups powdered sugar

• 2–3 tbsp milk

• ½–1 tsp cinnamon (optional, for a spiced twist)

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👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Prep Your Slow Cooker

Spray the inside of your slow cooker with non-stick spray to prevent sticking.

2. Make the Apple Mixture

In a microwave-safe bowl, combine melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Microwave in short bursts, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves (about 1 minute).
Peel, core, and dice the apples into 1-inch chunks. Toss them in the warm brown sugar mixture until evenly coated. Set aside.

3. Mix the Cream Cheese Frosting

In a separate bowl, whisk together cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, milk, and cinnamon (if using) until smooth and fluffy. Set aside for serving.

4. Prepare the Cinnamon Roll Custard

In a medium bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, egg, brown sugar, vanilla, and cinnamon until smooth.

5. Assemble in the Slow Cooker

• Cut each cinnamon roll into 4 pieces.

• Place half of the cinnamon roll pieces in the bottom of the slow cooker.

• Spoon half of the apple mixture on top.

• Pour the entire cream mixture evenly over everything.

• Add the remaining cinnamon roll pieces and top with the rest of the apple mixture (including the juices).

• Drizzle ⅓–½ cup of the prepared cream cheese frosting over the top.

6. Cook Low & Slow

Cover and cook on LOW for 2 to 2½ hours, or until the cinnamon rolls are cooked through.
👉 See notes below for slow cooker size adjustments.

7. Serve & Drizzle

Once done, drizzle with the remaining cream cheese frosting. Scoop into bowls and serve warm.

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📝 Notes & Tips

• Slow Cooker Size Matters:
  If you're using a smaller crockpot (under 6 quarts), the batter will be thicker. The bottom may cook faster than the center, leading to uneven cooking or burning.
  ➤ To prevent this, gently fold/stir the mixture every 30–45 minutes to redistribute the dough and ensure even cooking.
  ➤ In small slow cookers, this recipe may take up to 4–5 hours on low.

• Don't Rush It!
  Avoid turning the heat to high—it’ll likely burn the edges before the center is done. Patience = gooey perfection.