Description
Cinnamon Roll Breakfast Casserole brings pure morning comfort straight to your table, combining classic breakfast flavors in one delightful dish. Layers of sweet cinnamon rolls, creamy eggs, and rich cream cheese create a hearty morning meal that feels like a warm hug from the kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cans refrigerated cinnamon rolls
- 4 large eggs
- ½ cup (120 ml) half-and-half
Supporting Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Garnish and Optional Ingredients:
- ½ cup chopped pecans
- Frosting from cinnamon roll packages
- Powdered sugar
- Maple syrup
- Whipped cream
Instructions
- Grab a 9×13-inch baking dish and generously coat it with cooking spray. Heat your oven to precisely 375°F (190°C) while you prepare the ingredients.
- Take two 12-14-roll packages of refrigerated cinnamon rolls and slice each roll into four equal quarters. Distribute these pieces evenly across the greased baking dish.
- In a medium mixing bowl, crack 4 large eggs and combine them with 120 ml (½ cup) half-and-half, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and ¼ teaspoon salt. Whisk these ingredients until the mixture becomes completely smooth and uniform.
- Carefully pour the egg custard over the quartered cinnamon roll pieces, ensuring every piece gets moistened. If you enjoy nuts, sprinkle ½ cup chopped pecans across the surface.
- Transfer the casserole to the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 35-40 minutes. Watch for a golden-brown top and a set center. If the surface browns too quickly, loosely tent with aluminum foil.
- Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5-7 minutes. Drizzle the reserved frosting packets generously over the top, creating delicious swirls.
- Slice into generous portions and serve warm. Optional toppings like powdered sugar, maple syrup, or whipped cream can elevate the dish’s decadence.
Notes
- Bread matters most, so choose fresh, soft cinnamon rolls from a bakery or high-quality store brand for best texture and flavor.
- Pecans can be swapped with other nuts like walnuts or almonds, or omitted completely for nut-free versions.
- Customize the custard by adding a dash of nutmeg or cardamom for extra warmth and complexity.
- Let the casserole rest 10-15 minutes after baking so the custard sets and becomes easier to slice cleanly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Category: Casseroles
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 460 kcal
- Sugar: 34 g
- Sodium: 470 mg
- Fat: 21 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 58 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg