Easy Cinnamon Roll Bake
Easy Cinnamon Roll Bake is a simple and delicious way to start your family’s breakfast. It’s perfect for a holiday or special occasion, or just because.
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A good friend shared this recipe with me. I’ve made it for years now, and it’s been our go-to Christmas morning breakfast, though these cinnamon roll Christmas trees are an easy breakfast recipe and have been popular, too. With big dinners usually planned for the holiday, this satisfies until an early meal or mid-day snack. Plus, it doesn’t take long to make, so you can get back to opening presents!
It would be ideal for Easter brunch, too.
Why You’ll Love This Easy Cinnamon Roll Casserole Recipe
If your family loves a little something sweet for breakfast, this is the recipe for them.
- Quick to Make – This recipe uses refrigerated cinnamon rolls, saving time.
- Warm and Gooey – The custard keeps the cinnamon rolls soft inside and golden on top.
- Crowd Pleaser – Perfect for holiday brunch, weekend get-togethers, or sleepovers.
- Family Friendly – The whole family will enjoy this breakfast treat.
Ingredients for Easy Cinnamon Roll Bake
All of the ingredients are readily available at your local grocery store.
- Refrigerated Cinnamon Rolls – I use Pillsbury, but your favorite brand will work for you. You need the type that comes with cream cheese icing. Not the Grands variety, but the Original Cinnamon Rolls.
- Butter – I used unsalted, but if you have salted, that will work too.
- Large Eggs
- Heavy Cream (Heavy Whipping Cream)
- Ground Cinnamon
- Pure Vanilla Extract
- Chocolate Chips – I used milk chocolate chips, but use semi-sweet or dark chocolate work too.
- Pure Maple Syrup
How Do You Make a Cinnamon Roll Casserole
Start with refrigerated cinnamon rolls, the ones that come with icing. Cut each cinnamon roll into eight triangles. I use a sharp knife but a small pizza cutter works well too. Place the cinnamon roll pieces in the prepared pan.
Whisk together the eggs, cream, cinnamon, and vanilla. Pour the egg mixture over the cinnamon rolls. Sprinkle with the chocolate chips, drizzle with the maple syrup, and bake in the preheated oven.
Drizzle warm casserole with the icing. Serve with maple syrup and sprinkle with powdered sugar.
Tips and Suggestions
My girlfriend adds pecans to her version, which is a great way to change up this casserole. My family loved the chocolate chips.
I’ve made this easy cinnamon roll breakfast casserole in a 9 x 13 glass baking dish and my Le Creuset oval baking dish, and both work well. The presentation is pretty in either dish. Though you could consider this a casserole, I think of it more as a breakfast bread pudding.
When I served this for breakfast, I only spooned the syrup that was in the pan over the top. I did not offer more maple syrup. This is a sweet breakfast item and one you may want to serve alongside eggs for a heartier meal.
Serving Ideas
Another fun way to serve my easy cinnamon roll bake is to make individual servings. Use small ramekins and divide the ingredients evenly between them.
Milk, tea, and coffee drinks all pair well with this breakfast casserole. A frozen French vanilla cappuccino would be delicious with a slice!
More Easy Breakfast Ideas:
I always like to make a nice breakfast on the weekends for my family. Some of our favorites include Hash Brown Potato Pie, Croissant French Toast Cups, where I can use up leftover croissants, Chocolate Strawberry Cream Cheese Breakfast Braid, French Toast Casserole, and Breakfast Egg Bites. The egg bites are my youngest son’s favorite!
How do I know when the cinnamon roll casserole is done?
The top should be golden, and the custard should be set. You don’t want a jiggly center. See the photo above to see how golden it is before adding the icing.
What can I use as a substitute for heavy whipping cream?
You can use either half-and-half or whole milk. The custard should be rich, so I don’t suggest 2% or skim milk.
How do you store this cinnamon roll bake?
Cover the leftovers tightly with aluminum foil or plastic wrap store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a low-temperature oven. If there’s a small amount left, store in an airtight container.
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Easy Cinnamon Roll Bake
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup butter melted
- 2 cans 12.4 oz each refrigerated cinnamon rolls
- 6 eggs
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons vanilla
- 1 cup milk chocolate chips
- 3/4 cup maple syrup
Topping
- Icing from cinnamon rolls
- Powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup maple syrup optional
Instructions
- Heat oven to 375°F. Pour melted butter into ungreased 13 x 9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish.
- Separate both cans of dough into 16 rolls; set icing aside. Cut each roll into 8 pieces and place pieces in dish.
- In medium bowl, beat eggs. Beat in cream, cinnamon and vanilla until well blended; gently pour over roll pieces.
- Sprinkle with chocolate chips and drizzle with 1 cup syrup. Bake 20 to 28 minutes or until golden brown. Cool 15 minutes.
- While that cools, remove covers from icing and place on a microwave safe plate. Microwave on medium (50%) 10 to 15 seconds or until thin enough to drizzle. Stir before drizzling.
- Drizzle icing over top; sprinkle with powdered sugar. If desired, spoon syrup from dish over individual servings. Serve with the additional 1/2 cup maple syrup, if desired.
I know it’s the new year and I should totally be eating healthy instead of indulging, but I totally want a big slice of this for breakfast! Yum!
What a yummy idea! Perfect for the holidays!
This would be the perfect Christmas morning breakfast!
I love that you elevated store bought cinnamon rolls. This sounds like a winner!
That definitely sounds easy peasy. Perfect for making the house smell amazing too.
How delicious to bump up those cinnamon rolls like this!!