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Published: December 12, 2017 Last Modified: March 27, 2019 By Sara 26 Comments

Cinnamon Roll French Toast Casserole

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This cinnamon roll french toast casserole recipe is so simple to make and is the star of any breakfast or brunch!

There’s nothing better than warm cinnamon rolls, especially around the holidays! This cinnamon roll french toast bake will have your house smelling delicious and will satisfy the whole family.

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This cinnamon roll french toast casserole is a breakfast favorite that's simple to make.

One of my favorite ways to entertain during the holiday season is by hosting a brunch. People seem to book up for evening engagements right away during this busy time, but I find that our friends and family are always able to swing by for a fun and relaxed morning get together. When I entertain, I like to keep it simple yet delicious. This cinnamon roll french toast casserole is always the star of the show, it’s super easy to make and can even be assembled the night before.

This cinnamon roll french toast can be made in advance for a simple yet satisfying breakfast.

How to make cinnamon roll french toast casserole

The ingredient list for this cinnamon roll french toast is actually quite simple. The french toast is made with cinnamon rolls, eggs, milk and a touch of maple syrup. A cinnamon streusel goes over the top, along with a drizzle of icing for the ultimate brunch dish.

This casserole makes the whole house smell so wonderful while it’s baking! Using prepared cinnamon rolls in a can makes this casserole a snap to put together, which means I get to spend less time in the kitchen and more time with friends and family.

The streusel is an unexpected addition here, but it adds a nice bit of texture and more of that amazing cinnamon flavor.

If you’d like to make this cinnamon roll french toast the night before, simply pour the egg mixture over the cinnamon rolls, cover and refrigerate. I make the streusel at the same time and store it in a little container in the fridge. In the morning I simply sprinkle the streusel over the cinnamon rolls and bake!

This cinnamon roll french toast bake is made with canned cinnamon rolls and is the perfect brunch main course.

Of course no cinnamon roll is complete without icing, so skip the syrup on this french toast and use the icing containers that come in the cinnamon roll packages. You’ll be glad you did! Your family and friends will be asking you for a copy of the recipe for this one, it’s just that good!

Holiday entertaining doesn’t have to be overly complicated; with a few minutes and a handful ingredients you can whip up something spectacular that will make any holiday memorable.

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This cinnamon roll french toast casserole is a breakfast favorite that's simple to make.
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Cinnamon Roll French Toast Casserole

This cinnamon roll french toast casserole is so simple to make and is the star of any breakfast or brunch!
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 529kcal
Author Sara Welch

Ingredients

  • For the french toast:
  • 2 cans of Pillsbury Grands! Cinnamon Rolls frosting reserved for later use
  • cooking spray
  • 4 eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • For the streusel:
  • 1/4 cup all purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup butter cold and cut into pieces
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Coat a 9x13 inch pan with cooking spray.
  • Cut the cinnamon rolls into quarters and place them in the pan.
  • In a small bowl mix together the eggs, milk and maple syrup.
  • Pour the egg mixture over the cinnamon roll pieces.
  • For the streusel, place the flour, brown sugar, butter and cinnamon in a medium bowl. Use a fork to blend the butter into the flour and sugar until a pebbly mixture forms.
  • Sprinkle the streusel over the cinnamon roll french toast.
  • Bake, uncovered, for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Drizzle the reserved frosting over the top and serve.

Notes

  1. If you'd like to make this cinnamon roll french toast the night before, simply pour the egg mixture over the cinnamon rolls, cover and refrigerate. I make the streusel at the same time and store it in a little container in the fridge. In the morning I simply sprinkle the streusel over the cinnamon rolls and bake!

Nutrition

Calories: 529kcal | Carbohydrates: 84g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 110mg | Sodium: 767mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 39g
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This post is sponsored by Pillsbury. Thank you for supporting the brands that make Dinner at the Zoo possible! This post was originally published on December 6, 2016 and was updated on December 12, 2017 with new photos.

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    Comments

    1. Toni | Boulder Locavore says

      December 15, 2017 at 12:27 am

      5 stars
      This looks so delicious! Would be a great breakfast for Christmas morning!

      Reply
    2. Louise Bishop says

      December 14, 2017 at 9:04 pm

      5 stars
      That has to be one of the most delicious looking breakfasts I’ve ever seen. My kids would be in heaven if I made this for them!

      Reply
    3. Rach Ferrucci says

      December 14, 2017 at 7:56 pm

      Omg this looks amazing and I know everyone (especially me) would love this! Thanks for sharing- I’m making this

      Reply
    4. Theresa says

      December 14, 2017 at 7:35 pm

      Would it be bad if I hoarded the whole pan for myself? This recipe could seriously get me into some trouble. It looks amazing!

      Reply
    5. travel blogger says

      December 14, 2017 at 6:26 pm

      What a delicious idea for Christmas! I love recipes like this that fill the whole house with a yummy smell!

      Reply
    6. Maureen says

      December 14, 2017 at 6:08 pm

      Cinnamon roll french toast casserole looks so yummy! I am going to have to try to make it soon. Deliciousness, yum!

      Reply
    7. Carol Cassara says

      December 14, 2017 at 5:54 pm

      This is my kind of Christmas breakfast! No-fuss and easy to make! I like that you used cinnamon rolls that are already prepared and ready to be baked! It makes the whole prep easier for sure!

      Reply
    8. Rosey says

      December 14, 2017 at 5:09 pm

      What a delicious twist for breakfast. This sounds so good to me. Bet my kids would like it too.

      Reply
    9. Pam Wattenbarger says

      December 14, 2017 at 3:53 pm

      Cinnamon rolls and french toast are the two best breakfast foods. Combining them in one casserole is a genius idea.

      Reply
    10. AnnMarie John says

      December 14, 2017 at 3:17 pm

      I’m this will really make the house smell amazing! Just look at how lovely and yummy it looks! It’s a nice breakfast idea this season!

      Reply
    11. Kristi says

      December 14, 2017 at 1:50 pm

      My girls are having a slumber party here soon, would be a great breakfast for all those teens.

      Reply
    12. Stacie says

      December 14, 2017 at 12:43 pm

      5 stars
      Holy moly. I guess I know what I’m making this year for our Christmas breakfast. That looks absolutely AH-mazing.

      Reply
    13. Bill Sweeney says

      December 14, 2017 at 12:40 pm

      5 stars
      This looks so amazing! It looks so delicious. With all of the recipes being posted, it would be easy to do an entirely different breakfast this year, especially with this!

      Reply
    14. valmg @ Mom Knows It All says

      December 14, 2017 at 12:07 pm

      Our family loves french toast. This casserole looks and sounds terrific and I bet it smelled good too!

      Reply
    15. kim says

      December 14, 2017 at 8:37 am

      4 stars
      I love different breakfast options to feed my family and this recipe would fit right in.

      Reply
    16. Palladium says

      January 12, 2017 at 8:34 pm

      5 stars
      This looks so yummy! My family would love it!

      Reply
    17. Greg says

      December 18, 2016 at 9:36 am

      5 stars
      Whoa! What a cool way to use Grands Cinnamon Rolls!

      Reply
    18. April | Food n' Focus says

      December 8, 2016 at 6:07 am

      5 stars
      This looks and sounds delicious! I know what I’m making this weekend!

      Reply
    19. Debbie says

      December 7, 2016 at 4:18 pm

      This looks so yummy! My family would love it!

      Reply
    20. cheri says

      December 7, 2016 at 10:05 am

      5 stars
      Hi Sara, saw this on Instagram yesterday, looks pretty amazing, brilliant idea!!!

      Reply
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