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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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oh my goodness! my kids love french toast and cinnamon rolls! i never thought to combine them! i cant wait to try these!
This is a perfect Christmas Morning Breakfast
One of the best french toast bakes i’ve ever made!! yummy!
Yum! Perfect easy breakfast for christmas morning!
Simple to make, festive and delicious! this is a huge crowd pleaser!
We love french toast in our family. Being able to make this ahead of time and using the cinnamon roll version makes it even better. Love this recipe!
So decadent and delicious! Perfect for the holidays!
I agree!! Thank you 🙂
We love making this for breakfast on christmas morning! It has become a tradition!
Perfect for Christmas morning! Thank you so much!
These are seriously so delicIous and best of all EASY! My kids ate it all up!
My 2 favorite things! Yummy!!
Mine too!! What’s not to love 😉 Thank you!