This 4-ingredient slow cooker summer cinnamon dough dessert is the kind of easy treat that saves the day when you want something warm, sweet, and comforting without heating up the kitchen. Using refrigerated cinnamon roll dough makes it wonderfully simple, and the slow cooker turns those dough quarters into a soft, gooey dessert that feels a little like a cinnamon roll bread pudding or pull-apart bake. It is especially nice for busy weekends, potlucks, or family nights when everybody wants dessert but nobody wants a big fuss.
Serve this warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, a dollop of whipped cream, or a spoonful of fresh summer berries for a pretty contrast to the rich cinnamon flavor. If you are making it for brunch, it also pairs nicely with scrambled eggs, bacon, or a fruit salad. For coffee time, all it needs is a hot cup of coffee, tea, or a glass of cold milk.
4-Ingredient Slow Cooker Summer Cinnamon Dough Dessert
Servings: 6
Ingredients
2 cans refrigerated uncooked cinnamon rolls with icing, cut each roll into quarters
Directions
1. Lightly grease the slow cooker crock. Open the cinnamon roll cans, reserve the icing packets for later, and cut each cinnamon roll into quarters.
2. Place half of the dough pieces in the bottom of the slow cooker. Drizzle with half of the melted butter, then sprinkle with half of the brown sugar and half of the blueberries.
3. Repeat with the remaining dough, melted butter, brown sugar, and blueberries, layering everything evenly so the topping is spread across the top.
4. Cover and cook on low for 2 to 2 1/2 hours, or until the dough is cooked through and the edges are golden. Try not to lift the lid too often so the slow cooker keeps its heat.
5. Turn off the slow cooker and let the dessert rest for 10 minutes. Drizzle the reserved icing over the warm top, then scoop into bowls and serve.
Variations & Tips
Berry Swap: If blueberries are not your favorite, try raspberries, blackberries, or chopped strawberries. Softer berries may break down more as they cook, but that can make the dessert even saucier and more spoonable.
For Picky Eaters: Leave out the fruit and make it with just the cinnamon roll dough, butter, and brown sugar for a simple cinnamon pull-apart style dessert. You can also serve fruit on the side so everybody can build their own bowl.
Make It Extra Special: A sprinkle of chopped pecans or walnuts adds a little crunch if your family likes nuts. A scoop of vanilla ice cream on top turns this into a very easy dessert for company.
Slow Cooker Tip: Every slow cooker runs a little differently, so start checking near the 2-hour mark. The center should look set and the dough should no longer appear raw. If the top seems too moist, lay a paper towel under the lid for the last 15 minutes to catch extra condensation.
Serving Tip: This dessert is best warm, shortly after the icing is added. Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated in the microwave for a quick sweet treat the next day.
