Description
This Easy Cinnamon Roll Casserole transforms store-bought refrigerated cinnamon rolls into a delightful breakfast bake. Soft cinnamon pastries are cut into pieces, soaked in a rich mixture of eggs, cream, vanilla, cinnamon, and maple syrup, then baked to golden perfection. Drizzled with sweet icing and optionally served with powdered sugar or extra syrup, this casserole is a comforting, crowd-pleasing dish perfect for weekend mornings or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- 2 cans (12.4 ounces each) refrigerated cinnamon rolls (with icing)
Custard Mixture
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
For Serving (Optional)
- Powdered sugar
- Additional maple syrup
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray or butter to prevent sticking.
- Cut the Cinnamon Rolls: Open the cinnamon roll cans and separate each roll. Cut each roll into quarters and arrange the pieces evenly in the prepared baking dish to create an even base.
- Make Custard Mixture: In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and maple syrup until fully combined and smooth to create a flavorful custard that will soak into the cinnamon rolls.
- Pour Custard Over Rolls: Evenly pour the egg mixture over the cinnamon roll pieces in the baking dish, making sure all pieces are coated and submerged to absorb the custard well.
- Bake Until Set: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top turns golden brown and the casserole is set in the center, indicating it is fully cooked.
- Add Icing: Immediately after removing from the oven, drizzle the reserved icing from the cinnamon roll cans over the warm casserole to enhance sweetness and flavor.
- Serve: Serve the casserole warm, optionally dusted with powdered sugar or drizzled with extra maple syrup for added sweetness and presentation.
Notes
- You can substitute heavy cream with whole milk for a lighter version, though the custard will be less rich.
- Ensure the casserole is baked until set to avoid a runny center.
- For extra texture, sprinkle chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts on top before baking.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated in the oven or microwave for a quick breakfast.
- This recipe works well with other flavored refrigerated rolls for variation.
