Cinnamon Roll French Toast Bake (Print View)

Cinnamon rolls baked in custard and topped with cream cheese icing for a decadent breakfast delight.

# Components:

→ Base Components

01 - Two 8-count cans refrigerated cinnamon rolls
02 - Four large eggs
03 - One cup whole milk
04 - One quarter cup heavy cream
05 - Two teaspoons vanilla extract
06 - One teaspoon ground cinnamon
07 - One quarter cup granulated sugar

→ Topping

08 - Two tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
09 - One third cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
10 - Icing packets from cinnamon rolls

# Directions:

01 - Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or a nonstick cooking spray.
02 - Unseal the refrigerated cinnamon rolls. Cut each roll into quarters and distribute them evenly in the prepared baking dish.
03 - In a mixing bowl, vigorously whisk together the eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and granulated sugar until thoroughly combined and smooth.
04 - Evenly pour the prepared egg mixture over the cinnamon roll pieces. Gently press down to ensure all pieces are fully moistened by the custard.
05 - Drizzle the melted unsalted butter over the entire casserole. If using, sprinkle the chopped nuts over the top.
06 - Bake uncovered for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the surface is golden brown and the center has set. If the top begins to brown too quickly, loosely cover the dish with aluminum foil for the final 10 minutes of baking.
07 - Remove the bake from the oven and allow it to cool for approximately 10 minutes before proceeding.
08 - Warm the reserved icing packets from the cinnamon rolls for about 10 seconds in the microwave until slightly softened. Drizzle the warmed icing generously over the bake before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in under an hour from start to finish
  • Uses convenient store bought cinnamon rolls as the base
  • Perfect for feeding a crowd at holiday breakfasts or brunches
  • Can be partially prepped the night before
  • Combines two breakfast favorites into one delicious dish
02 -
  • Can be assembled the night before and baked in the morning
  • Perfect for holiday breakfasts when you want something special but easy
  • Leftovers reheat beautifully in the microwave
  • Makes your home smell absolutely amazing while baking
  • Versatile recipe that can be customized with different add ins
03 -
  • Allow the casserole to rest for a full 10 minutes before serving for the cleanest slices
  • Reserve a small amount of the icing to drizzle on individual portions when serving
  • For extra richness, substitute half of the milk with eggnog during the holiday season
  • The perfect doneness is when the center is set but still slightly moist not completely dry
  • Tent with foil if the top is browning too quickly but the center isnt yet set

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