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Cinnamon Roll French Toast Casserole

Cinnamon Roll French Toast Casserole

  • Author: David
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Enjoy a comforting and delicious Cinnamon Roll French Toast Casserole that combines gooey cinnamon rolls soaked in a warm, spiced custard and baked to golden perfection. Topped with a sweet glaze, this dish is perfect for cozy mornings, weekend brunches, or special occasions, delivering rich flavors and a melt-in-your-mouth texture.

Ingredients

Scale

Cinnamon Roll Base

  • 8 pre-made or fresh cinnamon rolls, cut into halves or quarters
  • 2 tablespoons butter, for greasing the baking dish

Custard Mixture

  • 6 large eggs
  • 2 cups whole milk or plant-based milk
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Sweet Glaze

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2–3 tablespoons milk or plant-based milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cinnamon Rolls: Cut your cinnamon rolls into halves or quarters so they fit nicely into your baking dish. This allows the rolls to soak in the custard evenly and bake with a tender, gooey center.
  2. Make the Custard Mixture: In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, brown sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and nutmeg until smooth. This custard transforms the cinnamon rolls into a luscious French toast casserole.
  3. Assemble the Casserole: Grease your baking dish with butter, then evenly place the cut cinnamon rolls inside. Pour the custard mixture over the rolls, ensuring every piece is well coated. Let it sit for about 10 minutes to soak up the flavors.
  4. Bake to Perfection: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the casserole for 40 to 45 minutes until the custard is set and the top is golden brown. The edges will crisp up nicely while the inside remains soft and gooey.
  5. Prepare the Sweet Glaze: Mix powdered sugar with milk and vanilla extract until smooth. Drizzle the glaze generously over the warm casserole for the signature sweet finish.

Notes

  • Use slightly stale cinnamon rolls for better custard absorption without becoming too mushy.
  • Allow the casserole to soak for at least 10 minutes for optimum gooey texture.
  • Check baking a few minutes early to prevent overbaking and drying out the casserole.
  • Using a glass baking dish helps monitor the browning process effectively.
  • Drizzle the glaze while the casserole is warm so it melts slightly into the top layer.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of casserole)
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 22g
  • Sodium: 280mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 140mg

Keywords: Cinnamon Roll French Toast Casserole, breakfast casserole, cinnamon rolls, baked French toast, sweet glaze, brunch recipe

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