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.
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.
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!
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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Cinnamon Roll French Toast Casserole
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
- 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!
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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.
Toni | Boulder Locavore says
This looks so delicious! Would be a great breakfast for Christmas morning!
Louise Bishop says
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!
Rach Ferrucci says
Omg this looks amazing and I know everyone (especially me) would love this! Thanks for sharing- I’m making this
Theresa says
Would it be bad if I hoarded the whole pan for myself? This recipe could seriously get me into some trouble. It looks amazing!
travel blogger says
What a delicious idea for Christmas! I love recipes like this that fill the whole house with a yummy smell!
Maureen says
Cinnamon roll french toast casserole looks so yummy! I am going to have to try to make it soon. Deliciousness, yum!
Carol Cassara says
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!
Rosey says
What a delicious twist for breakfast. This sounds so good to me. Bet my kids would like it too.
Pam Wattenbarger says
Cinnamon rolls and french toast are the two best breakfast foods. Combining them in one casserole is a genius idea.
AnnMarie John says
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!
Kristi says
My girls are having a slumber party here soon, would be a great breakfast for all those teens.
Stacie says
Holy moly. I guess I know what I’m making this year for our Christmas breakfast. That looks absolutely AH-mazing.
Bill Sweeney says
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!
valmg @ Mom Knows It All says
Our family loves french toast. This casserole looks and sounds terrific and I bet it smelled good too!
kim says
I love different breakfast options to feed my family and this recipe would fit right in.
Palladium says
This looks so yummy! My family would love it!
Greg says
Whoa! What a cool way to use Grands Cinnamon Rolls!
April | Food n' Focus says
This looks and sounds delicious! I know what I’m making this weekend!
Debbie says
This looks so yummy! My family would love it!
cheri says
Hi Sara, saw this on Instagram yesterday, looks pretty amazing, brilliant idea!!!