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Cinnamon Roll French Toast Casserole

Canned cinnamon rolls soaked in a cinnamon custard and baked until gooey and golden, then drizzled with icing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 Servings
Calories: 440
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cans 12.4 oz each refrigerated cinnamon rolls with icing
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt
  • Maple syrup for serving

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Whisk
  • Large mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. Grease a 9x13 dish and preheat the oven to 350°F.
  2. Cut each roll into 4 pieces and arrange in the dish.
  3. Whisk the eggs, milk, cream, brown sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt.
  4. Pour the custard over the rolls and let soak 10 minutes or refrigerate overnight.
  5. Tip: Overnight soaking makes it extra custardy.
  6. Bake 30 to 35 minutes until puffed and golden.
  7. Drizzle with icing and serve with maple syrup.

Notes

Cover with foil if the top browns too quickly.
Assemble the night before for an easy holiday morning.