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Make breakfast easy and delicious with this ooey-gooey Cinnamon Roll Casserole! It only takes a few minutes to assemble and half an hour to bake. And it’s packed with bits of cinnamon rolls, then topped with maple syrup and warm icing!
Why We Love This Recipe!
- Leisurely Make-Ahead Breakfast: This is one of my favorite easy breakfast recipes. Just prep the recipe the night before, then bake it the next morning!
- Classic Cinnamon Roll Flavor: Enjoy all the goodness of traditional cinnamon rolls, plus a little extra!
- Perfectly Easy for Holidays: Cinnamon rolls are a classic for Christmas morning breakfast or Easter brunch, and this casserole twist is a delicious way to switch things up! Truly, it’s an easy recipe for any special occasion.
Cinnamon rolls are delicious any time of the year, but the craving really comes with back-to-school breakfasts and when the holidays roll around. This is perfect for Christmas brunch or an easy breakfast treat for a family gathering.
It has all the yumminess of classic cinnamon rolls made from scratch without all the work and using simple ingredients.
For more brunch and breakfast dishes made into easy and tasty casseroles that the whole family will love, check out my Easy Overnight Breakfast Casserole, Cheesy Sausage and Grits Casserole, and Blueberry French Toast Casserole.
Ingredient Notes
- Cinnamon rolls and icing: Use canned cinnamon rolls with icing packets to make this recipe super easy! If desired, make homemade cinnamon rolls for this recipe.
- Eggs: Add four large eggs to get a fluffy and thick texture.
- Cream: Pour in some heavy cream or half-and-half to help bind all the ingredients and bring a creamy flavor to the cinnamon casserole.
- Vanilla: Add the vanilla extract to make the cinnamon roll bake filling extra sweet and richer in flavor.
- Spices: Bring out the classic cinnamon roll taste by sprinkling in some cinnamon and nutmeg.
- Butter: Use melted or softened butter to grease the pan.
- Syrup: Cover the baked casserole with maple syrup to top it all off!
Variations and Substitutions
- Add Bacon: Freshly fry thick strips of bacon until crisp, then crumble them and add to the bits of cinnamon roll and egg mixture, or sprinkle some on top after baking– Yum!
- More Fall Flavor: If desired, add more warm fall spices, like allspice, ginger, or even a pumpkin spice mix, to the casserole for a boost of autumn taste!
- Apple Cinnamon Roll Casserole: Chop a crisp apple into tiny pieces and add them to the casserole to bake into softened bites of apple mixed with gooey, syrupy cinnamon rolls. Top it all off with a sprinkle of brown sugar on top!
- Flavored Icing: Make your own cinnamon icing or mix the packets of provided icing with a dash of cinnamon powder. Or, next time, try topping the casserole with cream cheese icing!
How To Make Easy Cinnamon Roll Casserole
✱ Be sure to see the recipe card below for exact ingredients and full recipe instructions!
Step 1 | Preheat oven and combine wet ingredients
Begin this delicious and easy recipe by preheating your oven to 350 degrees.
Next, add eggs, heavy cream, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg to a large bowl and whisk them until combined. Set the egg mixture aside and move on to the following step.
Step 2 | Prep baking dish
Prepare a 9×13-inch baking dish by lightly coating the bottom in butter to prevent the casserole from sticking.
Step 3 | Cut cinnamon rolls
Next, unpackage and cut the cinnamon rolls into 1-inch pieces with kitchen scissors, a pizza cutter, or a knife, and place them into the prepared baking dish in an even layer. For now, set the icing packets or cups aside.
Step 4 | Coat cinnamon roll pieces with egg mixture
Now, pour the prepared egg mixture over the cinnamon roll pieces.
Then gently toss to coat.
Step 5 | Bake casserole, add syrup and icing
Then, slip the casserole dish into the oven and bake for 30-35 minutes or until the top becomes golden brown and slightly crunchy.
Once finished, remove it from the oven and drizzle the top with maple syrup.
Then, cut the ends of the icing packets and drizzle on top of the baked casserole.
If the icing is in a cup, remove the metal lid and slowly pour over the casserole.
Step 6 | Slice and serve!
Last but certainly not least, slice into this cinnamony goodness and serve fresh from the oven!
Just look how beautiful that is. It smells even better!
Tips
- Soften the Icing – If the icing is still too cool, microwave on low power in a small bowl for 30-45 seconds to soften.
- Evenly Mix– Ensure the egg mixture is evenly mixed into the casserole for the best results.
- No Icing? No Problem! Make your own easy icing with vanilla, milk or water, and powdered sugar.
Recipe FAQs
Are cinnamon rolls dessert or breakfast?
Cinnamon rolls can be served as dessert or breakfast! This cinnamon roll casserole recipe moves more into the breakfast category, though.
Can you use milk instead of heavy cream for cinnamon roll casserole?
Sure! Whole milk would be best. Reduce the measurement some, and you’re good to go. Remember that milk will make the cinnamon roll breakfast bake less creamy than cream or half-and-half.
Can you use frozen cinnamon roll dough for a cinnamon roll casserole?
Yes– If preferred, you can absolutely use your favorite brand of frozen dough instead of refrigerated. Allow them to thaw enough to cut them into small pieces, then continue the recipe, adjusting the cooking time if necessary.
Storage
Refrigerate: In an airtight container, leftover cinnamon roll casserole will last up to four days in the refrigerator.
Freeze for Long-term Storage: If preferred, you can freeze the casserole by covering it in plastic wrap and transferring it to a freezer-safe bag or container. Freeze the recipe for up to 2 months.
Make-Ahead Instructions. Prepare the casserole minus the icing and syrup and store overnight in the fridge. Remove to the countertop while preheating and bake according to instructions. You may need to add 5 more minutes.
What to Serve with Cinnamon Roll Breakfast Casserole
For more protein and a contrast to the sweet casserole, serve alongside this Shakshuka Recipe or my Cola and Mustard Glazed Ham. And add a delicious Biscoff Cookie Butter Latte for something extra special!
More Oh-So-Sweet Breakfast Ideas
- Apple Pecan Sticky Bun Bites
- Glazed Pumpkin Donut Muffins
- Chocolate Chip Banana Bread
- Blueberry French Toast Casserole
Recipe
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Easy Cinnamon Roll Casserole Recipe
Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Author: Nikki Lee
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Make this breakfast Cinnamon Roll Casserole recipe with just a few ingredients and a few minutes – packed full of cinnamon rolls and topped with maple syrup and icing!
Ingredients
- 2 cans cinnamon rolls and icing packets, (12.4 ounce cans)
- 4 large eggs
- ½ cup heavy cream, (or half and half)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted or softened for coating pan
- ¼ cups maple syrup
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350° F.
Add the eggs, heavy cream, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg to a large bowl. Whisk until combined, then set aside.
Lightly butter the bottom and sides of a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Cut cinnamon rolls into 1-inch pieces with kitchen scissors (or a knife) and place them into the baking dish. Set aside the icing packets.
Pour the egg mixture over the cinnamon rolls pieces. Gently toss to coat.
Bake the casserole for 30-35 minutes or until the top is beginning to become golden brown and slightly crunchy.
Remove from the oven and then drizzle with maple syrup.
Cut the ends of the icing packets and drizzle on top of the baked casserole. If the icing is still too cool, you can microwave on low power for 30-45 seconds to soften.
If the icing is in a cup, remove the metal lid and then slowly pour over the casserole.
Notes
- Soften the Icing – If the icing is still too cool, microwave on low power in a small bowl for 30-45 seconds to soften.
- Evenly Mix– Ensure the egg mixture is evenly mixed into the casserole for the best results.
- No Icing? No Problem! Make your own easy icing with vanilla, milk or water, and powdered sugar.
Nutrition Information
Serving: 1serving Calories: 95kcal (5%) Carbohydrates: 5g (2%) Protein: 2g (4%) Fat: 7g (11%) Saturated Fat: 4g (25%) Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g Monounsaturated Fat: 2g Trans Fat: 0.1g Cholesterol: 78mg (26%) Sodium: 43mg (2%) Potassium: 50mg (1%) Fiber: 0.1g Sugar: 5g (6%) Vitamin A: 294IU (6%) Vitamin C: 0.1mg Calcium: 25mg (3%) Iron: 0.3mg (2%)
Nutritional Disclaimer
Soulfully Made is not a dietician or nutritionist, and any nutritional information shared is only an estimate. We recommend running the ingredients through an online nutritional calculator if you need to verify any information.
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Enjoyed this for breakfast this morning and started my day off right! Easy, hearty and hands down delicious!Reply
Thank you! It’s a wonderful way to start the day!
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Love this Cinnamon Roll Casserole Recipe, looks so delicious and easy to make! We love cinnamon rolls, will make it soon. Thanks for sharing 🙂Reply
Thank you! It’s a easy way to enjoy that cinnamon roll taste!
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This is the best idea ever! I can’t understand why I have never seen anything like this until today. YUMMO!Reply
Thank you, Beth!
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What a great idea! This would definitely be perfect for a weekend breakfast. 🙂Reply
I agree! It’s a wonderful cozy weekend breakfast.
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Anything cinnamon roll is good with me and this was incredible. Will definitely be making it again.Reply
I am with you there- team cinnamon roll! Thank you so much!
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