Description
Breakfast lovers will adore this cinnamon roll casserole, blending sweet pastry comfort with hearty morning satisfaction. Gooey layers of cinnamon-swirled goodness invite you to savor each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cans (12.4 oz / 352 g) refrigerated cinnamon rolls (with icing)
- 4 large eggs
- ½ cup (120 ml) milk
- ¼ cup (60 ml) heavy cream
- ⅓ cup (80 ml) maple syrup
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- powdered sugar
- fresh berries
- whipped cream
Instructions
- Preparation: Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C), creating an ideal environment for baking the cinnamon roll casserole.
- Roll Transformation: Deconstruct packaged cinnamon rolls into quarter-sized pieces, distributing them evenly across the prepared baking vessel to ensure uniform coverage and texture.
- Custard Creation: Whisk together eggs, milk, heavy cream, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon in a mixing bowl until a smooth, harmonious blend emerges, forming the flavor foundation of the dish.
- Liquid Infusion: Pour the creamy custard mixture over the scattered cinnamon roll fragments, gently pressing to encourage complete liquid absorption and ensure each piece becomes saturated with the rich, aromatic mixture.
- Initial Baking Phase: Cover the casserole with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes, then remove the foil to allow the surface to develop a golden, caramelized finish during the remaining cooking time.
- Final Baking: Continue baking for an additional 15-20 minutes, monitoring until the casserole achieves a beautiful golden-brown coloration and the custard sets to a perfect, wobble-free consistency.
- Finishing Touch: Remove from the oven and generously drizzle the included icing across the surface, creating a tantalizing glaze that adds a final layer of indulgent sweetness.
- Serving Preparation: Rest the casserole for 5 minutes to allow the custard to stabilize, then serve warm. Optionally enhance with a dusting of powdered sugar, a scattering of fresh berries, or a cloud of whipped cream for added elegance.
Notes
- Prevent Soggy Texture: Lightly toast cinnamon roll pieces before mixing with custard to maintain structural integrity and prevent excessive moisture absorption.
- Customize Sweetness Levels: Adjust maple syrup quantity based on personal preference or dietary needs, using alternatives like honey or sugar-free syrups for diabetic-friendly versions.
- Optimize Baking Precision: Use a digital thermometer to check custard’s internal temperature, ensuring it reaches 160°F for food safety while maintaining a creamy consistency.
- Make-Ahead Magic: Prepare the casserole night before, refrigerate overnight, and bake directly from cold state, allowing flavors to meld and simplifying morning preparation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 7
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 19 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 41 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg