Cinnamon Roll Dump Cake (Printable Version)

Warm, gooey cinnamon rolls bake with vanilla pudding and butter for an effortless crowd-pleasing dessert.

# What You'll Need:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 2 cans (16 oz each) refrigerated cinnamon rolls with icing included
02 - 1 box (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
03 - 1 cup whole milk

→ Topping

04 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small pieces

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
02 - Open the cans of cinnamon rolls and cut each roll into quarters. Evenly distribute the pieces in the prepared baking dish.
03 - In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together instant vanilla pudding mix and whole milk until fully blended. Pour the mixture evenly over the cinnamon roll pieces.
04 - Scatter the small pieces of unsalted butter across the surface.
05 - Bake for 25 minutes, or until the rolls are puffed, golden, and the top is bubbling.
06 - Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly. Drizzle the reserved icing from the cinnamon rolls over the warm dessert before serving.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Ready in just 35 minutes
  • Uses store-bought shortcuts but tastes homemade
  • Requires only four main ingredients
  • Kid approved and looks impressive on the table
02 -
  • Vegetarian friendly but not vegan
  • Perfect for feeding a crowd or potlucks
  • Can be prepped the night before for easy mornings
03 -
  • Let the cake sit for at least ten minutes after baking so the pudding sets and you get perfect slices
  • Always use the included icing It adds a sweet vanilla finish you cannot skip
  • Dot the butter evenly and do not skimp This is key for golden edges and a bakery style look
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