Description
Cinnamon Roll Casserole is the perfect breakfast to wake up to on Christmas morning! Made with delicious cinnamon roll pieces soaked in a warming syrup with vanilla and cinnamon, they’re topped with frosting for a deliciously decadent breakfast perfect for the whole family.
Ingredients
- 2 tubes refrigerated cinnamon rolls (8 rolls each — 351g or 12 oz)
- ¼ cup salted butter, melted
- ¾ cup milk
- ½ cup pure maple syrup
- 4 eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly spray a 9×13″ baking dish with nonstick spray. Pour in melted butter or place butter stick in the dish and melt in the oven.
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Remove cinnamon rolls from the package, reserving frosting for later.
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Cut cinnamon rolls into ¾” pieces and place in the prepared baking dish.
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In a bowl, whisk together milk, maple syrup, eggs, vanilla, and cinnamon.
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Pour the egg mixture evenly over the cinnamon roll pieces.
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Bake the casserole for 25–35 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
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Let cool for 10–15 minutes, then drizzle reserved frosting over the top before serving.
Notes
Cinnamon Rolls: Any refrigerated, unbaked cinnamon rolls work—store brand or name brand like Pillsbury.
Milk: Any type, including non-dairy or cream for richer flavor.
Maple Syrup: Can substitute with honey or brown sugar.
Storage:
Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3–4 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven.
Freeze: Wrap tightly and freeze the whole dish or individual portions for up to 1 month. Thaw and reheat before serving.
Drizzle frosting after reheating for best texture and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of casserole
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 33g
- Sodium: 747mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 61g
- Fiber: 0.3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 98mg