Cinnamon Roll Casserole Recipe
This Cinnamon Roll Casserole is a delightful twist on classic cinnamon rolls, combining soft, sweet cinnamon roll pieces baked in a creamy egg mixture and topped with luscious icing and optional maple syrup. Perfect for a cozy breakfast or brunch, this casserole is easy to prepare and offers a comforting, warm treat for the whole family.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Total Time: 40-45 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Casserole Ingredients
- 4 eggs
- ½ cup half and half (or heavy cream)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- 2 tubes refrigerated cinnamon rolls (16 rolls total)
Toppings
- 2 cinnamon roll icing packets (included with the rolls)
- ¼ cup maple syrup (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Set your oven to 350° Fahrenheit (175° Celsius) to prepare for baking the casserole.
- Prepare casserole dish: Lightly coat a 9×13 inch casserole dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Mix egg base: In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, half and half (or heavy cream), vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg until fully combined and smooth. Set aside.
- Cut cinnamon rolls: Using scissors, cut each cinnamon roll dough into approximately 1-inch pieces. Place all cut pieces evenly into the prepared casserole dish.
- Add egg mixture: Pour the prepared egg and spice mixture evenly over the cinnamon roll pieces ensuring everything is coated well.
- Bake casserole: Place the casserole dish into the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes until the top turns golden brown and develops a slightly crunchy texture.
- Remove and top: Take the casserole out of the oven, then drizzle the included cinnamon roll icing packets and maple syrup (if using) over the warm casserole.
- Rest before serving: Allow the casserole to rest for 5 to 10 minutes to set before slicing.
- Serve warm: Cut into portions and serve immediately for a comforting breakfast or brunch delight.
Notes
- You can substitute half and half with heavy cream or whole milk depending on desired richness.
- Maple syrup is optional but adds a lovely sweetness complementing the cinnamon and icing.
- Use scissors for easy cutting of cinnamon rolls directly into the dish.
- Letting the casserole rest before cutting helps it hold its shape better.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute half and half with a non-dairy creamer and use dairy-free icing if available.
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