Save A decadent, crowd-pleasing breakfast casserole combining soft cinnamon rolls with rich, custardy French toast flavors. Perfect for brunch or holiday mornings.
This dish has become a holiday favorite in my family, always bringing smiles and warm memories around the breakfast table.
Ingredients
- Cinnamon Roll Base: 2 cans (8-count each) refrigerated cinnamon rolls with icing, Nonstick baking spray
- Custard Mixture: 4 large eggs, 1 cup whole milk, 1/4 cup heavy cream, 1/3 cup granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Topping: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Icing: Reserved icing from cinnamon roll cans
Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch (23x33 cm) baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Prepare Rolls:
- Cut each cinnamon roll into quarters. Arrange the pieces evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- Mix Custard:
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
- Pour Custard:
- Pour the custard mixture evenly over the cinnamon roll pieces, ensuring all pieces are coated.
- Add Topping:
- Drizzle the melted butter over the top. Sprinkle with brown sugar and additional cinnamon.
- Bake:
- Bake for 30 35 minutes, or until the bake is puffed and golden and the center is set.
- Cool and Serve:
- Remove from the oven and let cool for 10 minutes. Warm the reserved icing slightly, then drizzle over the bake before serving.
Save This recipe always brings our family together; sharing this warm dish makes mornings special.
Required Tools
9x13-inch baking dish, Large mixing bowl, Whisk, Knife, Measuring cups and spoons
Allergen Information
Contains: Wheat (gluten), milk, eggs. May contain tree nuts (check ingredient labels). Always verify labels for potential allergens.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 370, Total Fat: 15 g, Carbohydrates: 53 g, Protein: 6 g per serving
Save This cinnamon roll french toast bake is a perfect blend of indulgence and comfort to start your day right.
Recipe FAQs
- → What type of cinnamon rolls work best?
Refrigerated cinnamon rolls with icing provide soft texture and sweetness, making them ideal for soaking in custard.
- → Can I prepare this dish ahead of time?
Yes, you can assemble it the night before and refrigerate. Bake fresh in the morning for best texture and flavor.
- → How to achieve a creamy custard texture?
Whisk eggs with whole milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla, and cinnamon thoroughly before pouring to ensure even soaking.
- → Are there any suggested toppings?
Melted butter with brown sugar and cinnamon enhances flavor; nuts like pecans or walnuts add crunch if desired.
- → What baking dish size is recommended?
A 9x13-inch baking dish works well to accommodate the cinnamon roll pieces and custard evenly.