Description
Imagine waking up to the smell of sweet cinnamon, buttery dough, and warm vanilla icing melting over golden rolls—this Cinnamon Roll Casserole is your new go-to for an indulgent yet effortless breakfast. Perfect for brunches, holidays, or cozy mornings, this dish transforms refrigerated cinnamon rolls into a soft, gooey, crowd-pleasing bake that’s both comforting and quick. Whether you’re looking for easy breakfast ideas, brunch food ideas, or just a simple dessert-style casserole, this easy recipe fits the bill. Serve it warm, drizzle generously, and enjoy each decadent bite.
Ingredients
2 cans (12.4 oz each) refrigerated cinnamon rolls with icing
4 large eggs
1/2 cup milk
1/4 cup heavy cream (optional)
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons maple syrup (optional)
Non-stick cooking spray or butter for greasing the pan
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Open the cinnamon rolls, reserve the icing, and cut each roll into quarters.
3. Spread the cut rolls evenly in the dish.
4. In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, heavy cream, vanilla, cinnamon, and maple syrup.
5. Pour the mixture evenly over the cinnamon roll pieces.
6. Bake uncovered for 35-40 minutes until golden and set in the center.
7. Let cool for 5-10 minutes, then drizzle with the reserved icing.
8. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
For extra richness, use heavy cream in the custard mixture.
Add-ins like chopped pecans or raisins bring extra texture and flavor.
Drizzle the icing while the casserole is still warm for a melty, glazed finish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 90mg