Description

This Cinnamon Roll Casserole is a delightful twist on traditional cinnamon rolls, combining the sweet, gooey goodness of cinnamon rolls with the ease of a simple baked casserole. Perfect for brunch or a cozy breakfast, this recipe uses ready-made cinnamon rolls topped with a vanilla cinnamon egg mixture, baked until golden and puffed, then finished with a drizzle of frosting.

Ingredients

Scale

Cinnamon Roll Base

1 tube cinnamon rolls (I use Pillsbury)

Egg Mixture

2 whole large eggs
¼ cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon cinnamon

Topping

Frosting (included in cinnamon roll tube)

Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375º F. Prepare an 8-inch square baking pan by spraying it with non-stick cooking spray to ensure the casserole won’t stick.
Prepare Cinnamon Rolls: Cut each cinnamon roll into 6-8 smaller pieces. Sprinkle these pieces evenly over the bottom of the prepared baking pan to create the base of the casserole.
Mix Egg Mixture: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until the mixture is smooth and well blended. This mixture will soak the cinnamon roll pieces and add moisture and flavor.
Combine and Bake: Pour the egg mixture evenly over the cinnamon roll pieces in the pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-22 minutes, or until the casserole is puffed up and golden brown on top.
Cool and Frost: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for about 5 minutes to set. Then, drizzle the frosting that comes with the cinnamon rolls over the top before serving.

Notes

You can add chopped nuts or raisins to the cinnamon rolls before baking for extra texture and flavor.
Serve warm for the best taste and gooey texture.
If you prefer a richer casserole, substitute half-and-half or cream for the milk.
The frosting is pre-made inside the cinnamon roll tube; you can add more if desired after baking.
Ensure not to overbake to keep the casserole moist and tender.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Breakfast, Brunch
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: cinnamon roll casserole, breakfast casserole, easy brunch recipe, baked cinnamon rolls, cinnamon egg casserole