Apple Cinnamon Lasagna Rolls: A Sweet Twist on a Classic Dish
Key Ingredients for Apple Cinnamon Lasagna Rolls:
- Lasagna Noodles: 9-12 cooked and drained lasagna noodles form the base of the rolls.
- Apples:Use tart apples like Granny Smith for a balanced sweet and tangy filling.
- Cinnamon and Sugar: Essential for spicing up the apples and bringing warmth to the dish.
- Butter: Adds richness and helps cook the apples down.
- Cream Cheese or Ricotta: For a creamy layer that complements the sweetness of the apples.
- Brown Sugar: Adds a deep, caramelized sweetness to the filling.
- Vanilla Extract: Enhances the overall flavor with a subtle aroma.
1. Get the filling ready by chopping the apples into tiny pieces and peeling and coreing them. Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, and a bit of salt. Cook until the sauce is slightly thickened and the apples are tender. Take off the heat and let it cool.
2. Prepare the Noodles:
Bring the lasagna noodles to a boil until they are al dente, then drain and spread out on an oiled surface to cool.
3. Assemble the Rolls:
Cover each noodle with a thin coating of ricotta or cream cheese. Carefully roll up each noodle after spooning the apple filling equally over the cheese layer.
4. Bake:
Put the rolls in a baking dish that has been oiled, seam side down. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes at 350°F (175°C) or until the rolls are brown and the filling is bubbling.
5. Top and Serve:
Top with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or drizzle with a sweet glaze or caramel sauce, then serve warm.