Crockpot Gooey Cinnamon Roll Dump Cake Recipe
This Crockpot Gooey Cinnamon Roll Dump Cake is a simple, comforting dessert made by layering cinnamon rolls with a buttery brown sugar mixture, then slow-cooking until irresistibly soft and gooey. Topped with a vanilla glaze, it’s a perfect warm treat for any occasion that requires minimal effort but maximum flavor.
- Author: Lisa
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 to 2.5 hours
- Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes to 2 hours 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Base
- 1 can (16.3 oz) refrigerated cinnamon rolls
Brown Sugar Mixture
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Topping
Glaze
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Prepare the crockpot: Spray the inside of your crockpot with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Cut cinnamon rolls: Open the can of cinnamon rolls and separate each roll. Then cut each roll into quarters to create smaller pieces that will cook evenly and get gooey inside.
- Layer cinnamon rolls: Place all the cinnamon roll pieces evenly into the bottom of the crockpot.
- Mix brown sugar topping: In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon thoroughly. Pour this mixture evenly over the cinnamon roll pieces inside the crockpot to infuse sweetness and spice.
- Add heavy cream: Drizzle the heavy cream evenly over the top of the cinnamon roll and brown sugar mixture to add moisture and help create that gooey texture.
- Cook: Cover the crockpot with its lid and cook on low heat for 2 to 2.5 hours, or until the cinnamon rolls are fully cooked through and the cake is soft and gooey inside.
- Cool slightly: Once cooking is complete, remove the lid and allow the cake to cool for a few minutes in the crockpot to settle.
- Make glaze: While cooling, whisk together powdered sugar and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth and combined.
- Serve: Drizzle the vanilla glaze over the warm cinnamon roll cake and serve immediately for a deliciously gooey dessert experience.
Notes
- Refrigerated cinnamon rolls already have leavening agents, so no extra rising time is needed.
- Cooking times may vary depending on your crockpot’s heat settings; check at 2 hours for doneness.
- For extra texture, sprinkle chopped nuts such as pecans or walnuts before cooking.
- Use light butter or a butter substitute to reduce saturated fat content.
- Serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an indulgent treat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1/6th cake)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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