Description
This Cinnamon Roll French Toast is a cozy, budget-friendly brunch recipe that turns a simple tube of cinnamon rolls into a warm, gooey, and crowd-pleasing breakfast casserole. With just a few pantry staples, it’s the perfect solution for weekend mornings or easy breakfast-for-dinner nights.
Ingredients
1 tube refrigerated cinnamon rolls (with icing)
2 tablespoons melted butter
2 eggs
¼ cup milk (any kind)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ cup maple syrup
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
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Cut the cinnamon rolls into bite-sized pieces, about 8 pieces per roll.
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In a small bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon.
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Pour the melted butter into the prepared baking dish and spread the cinnamon roll pieces evenly over it.
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Drizzle the egg mixture over the cinnamon rolls.
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Pour the maple syrup evenly over the top.
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Bake for 25 minutes, until golden and bubbly.
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While still warm, spread the included icing over the top and serve.
Notes
For a creamier texture, add an extra egg to the custard.
To serve a larger group, double the recipe and bake in a 9×13-inch dish.
Make-ahead option: Assemble the night before and bake in the morning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Per Serving
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: cinnamon roll french toast, budget brunch, easy breakfast casserole, cinnamon roll bake, sweet breakfast recipe