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Cozy Cinnamon Roll French Toast Casserole

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A comforting and easy breakfast casserole combining cinnamon rolls soaked in a creamy custard, baked to golden perfection and optionally topped with a sweet vanilla glaze.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 8 to 10 pre-made cinnamon rolls, classic or jumbo size
  • 6 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 cups (480 ml) whole milk or 2% milk
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup (50 grams) brown sugar
  • Pinch of salt
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter, for greasing
  • Optional glaze:
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish with melted butter.
  2. Slice the cinnamon rolls into halves or quarters and arrange them evenly in the prepared baking dish.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, brown sugar, and salt until fully combined and slightly frothy.
  4. Pour the custard mixture evenly over the cinnamon rolls. Press down gently to help the bread soak up the custard. Let sit for 10 minutes if possible.
  5. Bake the casserole for 40 to 45 minutes until the top is golden brown and firm but the inside remains soft and custardy. A toothpick inserted should come out mostly clean with a few moist crumbs.
  6. While baking, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a small bowl to make the glaze, adjusting milk for desired consistency.
  7. Let the casserole cool for 5 to 10 minutes before drizzling the glaze on top. Slice and serve warm.

Notes

Do not over-soak the cinnamon rolls to avoid mushiness; 10 minutes at room temperature is ideal. Use room temperature eggs and milk for even baking. Tent with foil if edges brown too quickly. Let casserole rest before slicing for cleaner cuts. Can be prepared the night before and baked from refrigerated state with an extra 10 minutes baking time.

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