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Easy Cinnamon Roll Casserole

Garnish this cinnamon roll casserole with powdered sugar and serve with additional maple syrup for a delightful addition to brunch or a delicious dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine nordic
Servings 12 people
Calories 5167.2 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 9x13 inch Baking Dish Heat-resistant glass or ceramic is ideal for even baking and presentation.
  • 1 Large Mixing Bowl For whisking the egg and cream mixture.
  • 1 Whisk Essential for thoroughly combining the wet ingredients.
  • 1 Chef's knife For efficiently cutting cinnamon rolls into even pieces.
  • 1 Measuring Cups/Spoons For accurate ingredient portions.

Ingredients
  

Main

  • ¼ cup butter melted
  • 2 12.4 ounce cans refrigerated cinnamon rolls with icing
  • 4 large eggs
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • ¼ cup maple syrup

Instructions
 

  • Gather all ingredients. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Pour melted butter into a 9x13-inch heat-resistant glass baking dish. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
  • Cut each cinnamon roll into 8 pieces and spread over the bottom of the dish. Set icing aside. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
  • Whisk eggs in a large bowl. Whisk in heavy cream, cinnamon, and vanilla until combined; pour over cinnamon rolls. Sprinkle with pecans and drizzle with maple syrup. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 25 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool for 15 minutes. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
  • Microwave icing for 10 to 15 seconds; drizzle over cooled casserole. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
  • Serve warm, enjoy! Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

Notes

For an elevated flavor, consider adding a pinch of freshly grated nutmeg or cardamom to the egg mixture, or a hint of orange zest to brighten the profile. Ensure even cutting of the cinnamon rolls for uniform baking and a consistent texture. Avoid overbaking to maintain a custardy interior; bake until just golden brown and set. Allow the casserole to cool sufficiently (at least 15 minutes) before drizzling with the warm icing to prevent it from melting entirely. For enhanced presentation, warm additional maple syrup and drizzle artfully, finishing with a sprinkle of toasted pecans or a light dusting of powdered sugar.