Description
Indulgent cinnamon roll casserole brings comfort straight from grandmother’s kitchen, blending sweet spices with creamy textures. Breakfast lovers will savor each warm, gooey bite that promises delightful morning memories.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 (12.4 ounces / 352 grams) cans of refrigerated cinnamon rolls (with icing)
- 4 large eggs
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) milk
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) heavy cream
- ⅓ cup (80 milliliters) maple syrup
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Garnish:
- Powdered sugar
- Fresh berries
- Whipped cream
Instructions
- Prepare the baking vessel by coating a 9×13-inch dish with a light layer of grease, then set the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C) for optimal cooking conditions.
- Carefully slice each packaged cinnamon roll into four equal quarters, creating bite-sized morsels that will distribute evenly across the greased baking dish.
- Craft a luxurious custard foundation by whisking eggs, milk, heavy cream, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon in a medium mixing bowl until the mixture achieves a smooth, uniform consistency.
- Gently cascade the creamy custard mixture over the scattered cinnamon roll pieces, ensuring complete coverage and allowing the bread to absorb the liquid by softly pressing the pieces downward.
- Shield the casserole with aluminum foil and slide into the preheated oven, allowing it to bake for 20 minutes, then remove the protective covering to enable golden caramelization.
- Continue baking for an additional 15-20 minutes, watching for a rich golden-brown surface and a set custard texture that indicates perfect doneness.
- Extract the warm casserole and delicately drizzle the included icing across the surface, creating an enticing glaze that complements the dish’s rich flavors.
- Allow the casserole to rest and slightly cool for 5 minutes, which helps the custard settle and makes serving easier. Optional embellishments like powdered sugar, fresh berries, or a dollop of whipped cream can elevate the presentation.
Notes
- Customize the sweetness by adjusting maple syrup to match personal preference or dietary needs.
- Enhance texture by gently pressing cinnamon roll pieces into custard, ensuring even absorption and creating a luxurious, soft consistency.
- Experiment with alternative milk options like almond or oat milk for lactose-free or vegan adaptations without compromising flavor complexity.
- Prevent soggy bottom by using day-old cinnamon rolls or letting freshly opened rolls sit out for 15 minutes to absorb custard more effectively.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 43 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 160 mg