Fun and tasty Cinnamon Roll Casserole combines ready-to-bake refrigerated cinnamon rolls with eggs, whipping cream, cinnamon, nutmeg, and maple syrup. This casserole is perfect for Sunday breakfast with the family or a holiday brunch. To save time during those busy mornings, prep the casserole the night before, cover it with plastic wrap, and store in the refrigerator. Bring to room temperature by removing the casserole from the fridge 30 minutes prior to baking.
I love to serve this tasty treat on Sunday brunch and Christmas morning when the whole family gathers for breakfast. For a complete company-worthy meal serve with crispy bacon, Summer Fruit Salad, and Classic Deviled Eggs.
Why this recipe works
- This casserole is absolutely delicious. No matter how you cut it, family and friends will rave about how unbelievably scrumptious this really is.
- It is so easy that your tweens can get this prepped and ready to go in the oven for you. The cinnamon rolls are so easy to cut that it can be done with a table knife.
- This casserole serves twelve, making it perfect for large families, special occasions, and holiday celebrations. Be sure to include some other delectable goodies to go along with it.
- You can prep this casserole the evening before, just like my French Toast Casserole.
How to make Cinnamon Roll Casserole
Start by quartering the cinnamon roll dough into bite-size pieces using a sharp knife, pizza cutter, or kitchen scissors. Then place the cinnamon roll pieces in a large baking dish that has been sprayed with nonstick cooking spray. Now grab a bowl and whisk together the eggs, whipping cream, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Now pour the mixture over the cinnamon rolls being sure to push any dry pieces down into the egg mixture. Next, drizzle with the maple syrup. Then bake in a preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown. Finally, spoon the icing from the icing containers that came with the cinnamon rolls into a microwaveable bowl. Microwave for about 30 seconds at 50% power and pour over the warm casserole.
Recipe notes and helpful tips
- Any refrigerated or frozen cinnamon rolls will work. Simply defrost the frozen ones enough to cut them prior to starting the recipe.
- Half and half or whole milk can be substituted for the cream.
- Gently push the quartered cinnamon rolls into the egg mixture so that they are all coated.
- For some added crunch, sprinkle with chopped walnuts or pecans.
- To prepare this the night before, simply prep everything up to and including pouring the egg mixture over the cinnamon rolls. Then cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to bake. Remove from the refrigerator 30-40 minutes prior to baking to bring up to room temperature. Pour maple syrup over the casserole and then bake in the oven.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 2 months.
Other breakfast recipes you will love!
Cinnamon Roll Casserole Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 12.4 ounce cans of refrigerated Pillsbury cinnamon rolls with icing
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ cup real maple syrup
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray 9x13 inch baking pan with nonstick baking spray.
- Cut the cinnamon rolls into quarters and place in single layer in prepared casserole dish.
- In a medium bowl whisk together the eggs, whipping cream, vanilla, cinnamon and nutmeg. Pour the mixture over the cinnamon rolls pushing any dry pieces down into the egg mixture. Drizzle with the maple syrup.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown.
- Spoon the icing that came with the cinnamon rolls into a microwaveable bowl. Microwave for 30 seconds at 50% power or until warm. Pour over the warm casserole.
Notes
- Any refrigerated or frozen cinnamon rolls will work. Simply defrost the frozen ones enough to cut them prior to starting the recipe.
- Half and half or whole milk can be substituted for the cream.
- Gently push the quartered cinnamon rolls into the egg mixture so that they are all coated.
- To prepare this the night before simply prep everything up to and including pouring the egg mixture over the cinnamon rolls. Then cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to bake. Remove from the refrigerator 30-40 minutes prior to baking to bring up to room temperature. Pour maple syrup over the casserole and then bake in the oven.
Nutrition
On the hunt for more delicious recipes? Follow Small Town Woman on Facebook, Pinterest, and Instagram.
https://www.smalltownwoman.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/Beth-1.pdf
D.P.
Every time I try a new recipe, I put out the all-call for volunteer “guinea pigs.”This recipe has made half my neighborhood into eager volunteers!!!
One question, though. Since you can double and even triple the recipe…can you also make a half recipe by cutting all ingredient amounts in half?
My waistline awaits your reply. 🤣
Beth Pierce
You are very funny! Yes you can split it in half! So glad that everyone liked it!
Jennifer
Such a yummy casserole! Think I’m going to make this for brunch this weekend!
Alisha
A new Sunday morning favorite 🙂
Kara
This reminded me a little of bread pudding, but my family loved it even more. So good, and it makes the house smell divine! Next time I want to try it with the frozen cinnamon roll dough.
Teresa Bockover
When “real” maple syrup is called for in recipes, which grade is supposed to be used? Is there one that’s better to use than another?
Beth Pierce
I use grade A organic maple syrup from Costco. Works well and tastes delicious.
Tina
What could I use instead of pure maple syrup?
Beth Pierce
Pancake syrup
Patricia @ Grab a Plate
I am dreaming about waking up to this tasty breakfast! It looks amazing!
Catalina
I would like to wake up tomorrow with this cinnamon roll casserole. It looks amazing!
Matt Taylor
I love this recipe! Cinnamon rolls are one of my all-time favorite things to make, and this casserole version is on point! So easy and delicious. Prefect for breakfast.
Amanda Livesay
Such a fun weekend breakfast! My kids loved it.
Toni
This is such an amazing way to start my day! Everyone at my house loved it.
Allyson Zea
My goodness this breakfast is the best! Love how easy it is!
Beti | easyweeknightrecipes
This was absolutely amazing! I can’t wait to make it again and again!! SO YUMMY!
katerina @ diethood.com
This would not last long at our house!! It looks and sounds amazing!! Perfect weekend breakfast treat!
Erin | Dinners,Dishes and Dessert
I know for sure this Cinnamon Roll Casserole would be the favorite in my house!
Vikki
This looks amazing! My kids would definitely love this