Description
This Easy Homemade Cinnamon Roll French Toast Casserole combines the warm, gooey flavors of cinnamon rolls with a classic French toast bake. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, this delightful breakfast casserole is perfect for busy mornings or special occasions. It features cinnamon rolls cut into bite-sized pieces, soaked in a spiced egg and milk mixture, baked to golden perfection, and topped with sweet icing and maple syrup for an irresistibly decadent start to the day.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 tubes refrigerated cinnamon rolls with icing
- 4 tbsp butter, melted
- 6 eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup maple syrup
Instructions
- Prepare the baking dish: Pour the melted butter evenly on the bottom of a 9×13 inch glass baking dish to prevent sticking and add rich flavor.
- Slice cinnamon rolls: Cut each refrigerated cinnamon roll into 8 pieces, then spread the pieces evenly over the buttered dish to form the base layer of the casserole.
- Mix custard: In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, cinnamon, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined, creating a spiced custard to soak the cinnamon roll pieces.
- Assemble casserole: Pour the custard mixture evenly over the cinnamon roll pieces in the baking dish, ensuring all pieces are well coated. Then pour 1 cup of maple syrup evenly over the top to add sweetness and moisture.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in a preheated oven and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25 minutes, until the custard is set and the top is golden brown.
- Add icing: After baking, immediately drizzle or spread the icing from the cinnamon rolls over the warm casserole for a rich, sugary finish.
Notes
- This recipe uses premade refrigerated cinnamon rolls to simplify the process and save time.
- For best results, use full-fat milk, but 2% milk works as well.
- Optional topping ideas include fresh berries or a dusting of powdered sugar for added flavor and presentation.
- Serve immediately for best texture, or reheat leftovers gently in the microwave.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 117 kcal
- Sugar: 17 g
- Sodium: 38 mg
- Fat: 2 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 83 mg
