Cinnamon Roll French Toast Casserole (Print Version)

Sweet cinnamon rolls and creamy custard baked together for a cozy breakfast treat everyone will enjoy.

# What You’ll Need:

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01 - 2 cans refrigerated cinnamon rolls with icing
02 - 4 large eggs
03 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
04 - 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
05 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
06 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
07 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

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08 - 1/2 cup maple syrup
09 - Reserved icing from cinnamon rolls

# How to Make It:

01 - Set oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
02 - Open cans of cinnamon rolls and slice each roll into quarters. Reserve icing for later use.
03 - Arrange cut cinnamon roll pieces evenly in the prepared baking dish.
04 - Whisk eggs, heavy cream, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and granulated sugar in a medium bowl until fully combined.
05 - Pour custard mixture evenly over the arranged cinnamon roll pieces. Drizzle melted butter on top.
06 - Place dish in preheated oven and bake for 35–40 minutes, or until golden and set in the center.
07 - Remove casserole from oven. Drizzle maple syrup and reserved icing over the top while still warm.
08 - Allow to cool slightly before cutting into portions and serving warm.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Easy to prep the night before so you can simply bake in the morning
  • Uses simple ingredients found in most kitchens
  • Crowd-pleaser for both kids and adults at brunches or family gatherings
  • No kneading or rolling required so you get all the cinnamon roll flavor without extra effort
02 -
  • Rich in comforting spices that fill your kitchen with incredible aroma
  • Perfect for making ahead so your morning is stress free
  • Freezes well for future treats or unexpected company
03 -
  • Always let your bread dry out before soaking up the custard I learned this the hard way with soggy results
  • Taste your cinnamon If it smells weak use more Fresh spice makes all the difference
  • Let the casserole rest fifteen minutes before serving The texture sets and cutting becomes easy
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