Baked Cinnamon Roll Dish (Printable version)

A warm casserole featuring cinnamon pieces baked in creamy custard, topped with a sweet glaze for cozy mornings.

# Ingredient List:

→ Cinnamon Rolls

01 - 2 cans (16.3 oz each) refrigerated cinnamon rolls with icing

→ Custard

02 - 4 large eggs
03 - 1 cup whole milk
04 - 1/4 cup heavy cream
05 - 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
06 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
07 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
08 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Topping

09 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
10 - 1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)

→ Glaze

11 - Reserved icing from cinnamon roll cans

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.
02 - Open cinnamon rolls and set aside the icing. Cut each roll into quarters.
03 - Distribute cinnamon roll quarters evenly in the prepared baking dish.
04 - In a large bowl, whisk eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, sugar, and salt until combined.
05 - Pour custard mixture evenly over cinnamon roll pieces, pressing gently to submerge them.
06 - Drizzle melted butter over the top and sprinkle with chopped nuts if desired.
07 - Bake for 30 to 35 minutes until puffed, golden, and center is set.
08 - Allow to cool slightly. Warm reserved icing for 10 to 15 seconds, then drizzle over casserole before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Indulgent and comforting breakfast dish
  • Easy to prepare with refrigerated cinnamon rolls
02 -
  • Use refrigerated cinnamon rolls for convenience
  • Optional nuts add crunch but can be omitted for allergies
03 -
  • Press down gently when pouring custard to ensure rolls soak evenly
  • Warm reserved icing slightly for easier drizzling
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