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Quick prep cinnamon roll French toast casserole has all of the goodness of warm cinnamon rolls, with the ease of an overnight breakfast casserole.
A Favorite Overnight Casserole
Cinnamon roll French Toast casserole is one of our go-to overnight breakfast casseroles! It’s not just for special occasions or holidays either, although we do love it for Christmas. We enjoy this casserole any time we are craving Cinnamon Rolls and want something a bit easier.
Rhodes does all of the work so you don’t have to! Simply quarter the rolls and add the egg mixture. It’s prepped in 15 minutes and then chilled overnight for a no-fuss morning!
Drizzle the icing on top and you have one FABULOUS breakfast favorite!
WHY WE LOVE IT:
- Just minutes of effort. This casserole is assembled in only 15 minutes, then chill and bake!
- A stress-free morning. The prep is done the night before, simply pop it in the oven for an easy hot breakfast!
- Fabulous flavor. Enjoy all of the delicious flavors of cinnamon rolls in one easy casserole.
Ingredients
PREP TIME: 15 minutes
CHILL TIME: 6 hours
COOK TIME: 35 minutes
- 1 (36.5-ounce) package frozen cinnamon rolls – We used frozen Rhodes Cinnamon Rolls but you can easily use 2 cans of refrigerated cinnamon rolls. Use the regular size, not the Grands.
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup milk – The higher the fat content in the milk, the better. I use whole milk, but heavy cream and half-and-half work as well.
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- cream cheese frosting (included in the cinnamon roll package) – or homemade Cream Cheese Icing or drizzle with Maple Syrup
- optional toppings – Sprinkle on pecans or walnuts, raisins, or blueberries.
How to Make Cinnamon Roll French Toast Casserole
- CINNAMON ROLL LAYER. Coat a 9×13-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray. Cut the 12 frozen cinnamon rolls into quarters, and evenly spread them into the bottom of the baking dish.
- The frozen rolls may need to sit at room temperature for 30- 40 minutes before you can quarter them with kitchen shears, or a sharp knife.
- EGG MIXTURE. In a medium bowl, combine 4 eggs, 1 cup milk, 3 tablespoons sugar, 1½ teaspoons vanilla, ½ teaspoon cinnamon, and ¼ teaspoon nutmeg. Whisk and pour over the cinnamon roll pieces. Cover the baking dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight (at least 6-8 hours, up to 24 hours). Rolls will begin to thaw and rise.
- BAKE. Preheat oven to 375°F. Remove the plastic wrap. If the custard settles at the bottom of the pan gently fold the custard back into the rolls. Bake the French toast casserole for 35-40 minutes or until the rolls are golden brown on top.
- SEASON. Remove from oven and frost the top of the casserole with the cream cheese icing from the cinnamon roll package (if desired). You can also top it with your favorite syrup like Maple Syrup or Buttermilk Syrup.
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 (36.5-ounce) package frozen cinnamon rolls, 12 rolls cut into quarters
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- cream cheese frosting, from cinnamon roll package
Instructions
- Coat a 9×13-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray. Cut the frozen cinnamon rolls into quarters, and spread them evenly into the bottom of the baking dish.
- The frozen rolls may need to sit at room temperature for 30- 40 minutes before you can quarter them with kitchen shears, or a sharp knife.
- In a medium bowl, combine the eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Whisk and pour over the cinnamon roll pieces. Cover the baking dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight (at least 6-8 hours, no more than 24 hours). Rolls will begin to thaw and rise.
- If the custard settles at the bottom of the pan gently fold the custard back into the rolls before baking.
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Remove the plastic wrap and bake the french toast for 35-40 minutes or until the rolls are golden brown on top.
- If the top is browning before the middle is baked, tent it with foil for the remainder of the baking time.
- Remove from oven and frost with the cream cheese frosting from the cinnamon roll package (if desired). You can also top with your favorite syrup.
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Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Recipe FAQ
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-5 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
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I just tried this overnight cinnamon roll French toast bake and it was delicious! I prepped it last night and when I took it out of the frig this morning it looked like a bunch of raw dough swimming in liquid and I thought there was no way it would work. I put it in the hot oven and went back in 30 mins and it was like magic! It was all beautifully puffed up and lightly browned. I let it cool a bit and drizzled the icing over top and it looked just like your photo. My husband devoured it and I’m afraid there will be no leftovers. This is a great recipe and so easy, especially if your not a morning person like me. This will not be the last time I make this. I’m beginning to realize you and I have the same tastes. We are vegetarians so now I’m going to try some of your meatless savory recipes. Thank you for your yummy recipes.
PS. I don’t know how you do it. Six kids? Don’t know how you find time. I will no longer complain about cooking anything. I only have one husband and two kitties.
Oh, I am so glad you both liked it!! Thank you so much for sharing that! I am so glad to share recipes that I love 🙂
I cant wait to try some new recipes
I can’t wait for you to try either! I hope you like the ones you do try 🙂
We have had your French toast and it is going to be made here often! So good.
I do have a question on the Cinnamon Roll French Toast. I have never heard of frozen cinnamon rolls. There are cans, in the biscuit section, would those work if one cannot find the frozen type? I will try the next time we go to the grocery. And it depends on the cost also-for the premade frozen. But, either way we will give this version a try!!!
Yes, those that would work 🙂 Thanks so much for letting me know & enjoy!
I didn’t realize it needed to be frozen can I just use refrigerated cinnamon rolls?
Do the leftovers need to be refrigerated?
I would 🙂
This was not bad, though rather lacking in flavor. And the bottom was more like scrambled egg. I would make again with some adjustments though
Yesss, I agree. It was really gross scrambled egg on the bottom. I wonder if using 1 less egg or mixing it up before baking would be better?
I used the refrigerated rolls and just threw them in the freezer for a couple of hours (which didn’t do much) and they turned out great 🙂
Glad they turned out 🙂 Thank you so much!
Can you make this recipe using almond milk or soy milk instead of dairy
I personally haven’t tried, but it should be ok 🙂 You’ll have to let me know. Thank you!
This casserole was great, everyone loved it! I did use the Rhodes frozen cinnamon rolls. I ended up using only one packet of icing. I suggest saving the other packet to serve on the side or after reheating leftovers. I’ll definitely be adding this to my list of go to breakfast casseroles!
Yay!! I’m so happy to hear that! Thank you for trying them 🙂
Could this be done in a crockpot? If so..how long would you cook it for in morning? Would love to take this camping!
I have not made it in a crockpot, so I wouldn’t know the perfect amount. Trial & error?? It would be perfect for camping!
Did you end up using the crockpot? I wanted to make this for Christmas morning breakfast and my oven broke today!
Delicious! Super easy and they turned out beautiful. I baked mine in a 9 by 13 pan for 35 minutes. I was scared about the tops getting burnt but I probably should of kept them in there a little longer. The bottom of cinnamon rolls didn’t cook all the way through. More practice for next year!
I also had issues with not being done after 35 minutes and top getting too brown, beautiful on top but eggs where running in the bottom of pan
Yay! Thank you for letting me know and thank you for giving it a try! So glad you liked it 🙂