Description
A quick and easy breakfast casserole using store-bought cinnamon rolls soaked in a cinnamon-spiced custard and topped with a cream cheese glaze. Perfect for a cozy brunch or weekend treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package store-bought cinnamon rolls (usually 8 rolls)
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (240 ml) milk, whole or 2%
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1/3 cup (67 g) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 3/4 cup (90 g) powdered sugar
- Optional: 1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish generously with butter or non-stick spray.
- Unwrap the cinnamon rolls and cut each into quarters.
- Spread the cinnamon roll pieces evenly in the prepared dish.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, sugar, melted butter, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon until smooth.
- Pour the custard evenly over the cinnamon roll pieces and press down gently to ensure absorption.
- Cover the dish loosely with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake uncovered for another 10-15 minutes, until the top is golden brown and custard is set.
- While baking, beat together the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth; add a splash of milk if needed to reach drizzling consistency.
- Once the casserole cools for about 10 minutes, drizzle the cream cheese glaze generously over the top and sprinkle with chopped nuts if desired.
- Serve warm and enjoy.
Notes
Press the custard into the cinnamon rolls to ensure they absorb the mixture well. Covering with foil during the first part of baking prevents drying out. Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes after baking to set properly. For dairy-free or vegan versions, substitute cream cheese and milk accordingly. Adjust baking time if using gluten-free cinnamon rolls or different pan sizes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1/8 of the cas
- Calories: 320350
- Sugar: 2025
- Fat: 1215
- Carbohydrates: 4550
- Protein: 67
Keywords: cinnamon roll casserole, breakfast bake, easy brunch recipe, cinnamon rolls, cream cheese glaze, quick breakfast