Description
This Easy Cinnamon Roll Casserole combines the classic flavors of cinnamon rolls with a simple bake-and-serve casserole format. Perfect for a comforting breakfast or brunch, it features tender cinnamon roll pieces soaked in a maple-vanilla custard, baked until golden and topped with a sweet frosting drizzle.
Ingredients
Scale
Cinnamon Roll Base
- 2 tubes refrigerated cinnamon rolls (8 rolls each, 351 grams or 12 oz)
- ¼ cup salted butter (melted)
Custard Mixture
- ½ cup milk
- ½ cup pure maple syrup
- 3 eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Topping
- Reserved frosting from cinnamon roll package
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray. Pour the melted butter into the baking dish, or alternatively, place a stick of butter in the dish and melt it in the oven.
- Prepare Cinnamon Rolls: Remove the cinnamon rolls from their packaging, setting aside the frosting for later use. Cut the cinnamon rolls into roughly 3/4-inch pieces and spread them evenly in the prepared baking dish with melted butter.
- Make Custard Mixture: In a medium bowl, thoroughly whisk together the milk, pure maple syrup, eggs, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon until fully combined and smooth. Ensure the eggs are completely integrated into the mixture.
- Combine and Bake: Pour the custard mixture evenly over the cinnamon roll pieces in the baking dish. Place the dish in the oven and bake for 35 to 45 minutes or until the casserole is puffed up, light golden brown on top, and a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the casserole to cool for 10 to 15 minutes to set. Once slightly cooled, drizzle the reserved frosting over the top before serving warm for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- You can use any flavor of refrigerated cinnamon rolls, but classic cinnamon variety works best for the traditional taste.
- If you prefer a sweeter casserole, consider drizzling additional maple syrup or powdered sugar on top along with the frosting.
- For variations, add chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts for extra crunch before baking.
- This casserole reheats well and can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Make sure not to overbake, as the casserole should remain soft and custardy inside.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: cinnamon roll casserole, breakfast casserole, easy brunch recipe, cinnamon rolls, maple syrup breakfast
