Description
This easy, make-ahead breakfast casserole combines the best of cinnamon rolls and French toast! Soft cinnamon roll pieces are soaked in a sweet vanilla custard, then baked to golden perfection and drizzled with icing. Perfect for holiday mornings, brunch, or meal prep!
Ingredients
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- 2 tubes cinnamon rolls (store-bought, about 12–16 rolls total)
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk (or half-and-half for extra richness)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup maple syrup (optional, for extra sweetness)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp butter, melted
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Icing from cinnamon roll package (or homemade glaze)
Optional Toppings:
- Chopped pecans or walnuts
- Powdered sugar
- Fresh berries
Instructions
- Prepare the Rolls:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
- Cut each cinnamon roll into quarters and spread them evenly in the baking dish.
- Make the Custard:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla, cinnamon, maple syrup, brown sugar, butter, and salt until well combined.
- Assemble & Soak:
- Pour the custard mixture evenly over the cinnamon roll pieces.
- Lightly toss to coat all pieces, pressing them down slightly so they absorb the custard.
- Bake:
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through.
- If the top browns too quickly, cover with foil during the last 10 minutes.
- Drizzle with Icing & Serve:
- Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes.
- Drizzle the icing over the top while warm.
- Serve with extra maple syrup, powdered sugar, or nuts!
Notes
- Make it Overnight: Assemble everything the night before, cover, and refrigerate. Bake in the morning!
- Want it extra gooey? Add extra icing or a drizzle of caramel sauce.
- Storage: Leftovers keep in the fridge for 3-4 days; reheat in the oven or microwave.
Nutrition
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 110mg