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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 is ideal for even baking and easy monitoring.
  • 1 Large Mixing Bowl For whisking the egg mixture.
  • 1 Whisk Essential for thoroughly combining the wet ingredients.
  • 1 Chef's Knife and Cutting Board For efficiently cutting the cinnamon rolls into uniform pieces.
  • 1 Microwave For warming the reserved icing to a drizzling consistency.

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 evenly 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 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

To ensure even cooking and distribution, arrange the cut cinnamon roll pieces in a single layer without excessive overlapping. Avoid overbaking; the casserole should be golden brown and set, but still moist. For an elevated flavor profile, consider adding a pinch of freshly grated nutmeg to the egg mixture, or a splash of bourbon for a more adult-oriented dessert. For a richer finish, you can make a simple cream cheese glaze from scratch instead of using the pre-packaged icing, incorporating a touch of orange zest for brightness. Serve warm, perhaps with a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream for an indulgent dessert, or fresh berries for a brunch option.