Cinnamon Roll French Toast Casserole Recipe - Crunchy Creamy Sweet (2024)

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CINNAMON ROLL FRENCH TOAST CASSEROLE How to make Cinnamon Roll French Toast Casserole? More Breakfast Casserole Recipes: Cinnamon Roll French Toast Casserole recipe Ingredients Instructions Nutrition More Breakfast Recipes Reader Interactions Comments Did you make this recipe? Let me know! FAQs

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ThisCinnamon Roll French Toast Casserole is a fun twist that combines cinnamon rolls and French toast in one delicious dish. Easy, delicious and bound to become a family favorite!

Make-ahead breakfasts are such time savers. I always have Breakfast Burritos in my freezer and make the Breakfast Casserolefor the weekends.

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CINNAMON ROLL FRENCH TOAST CASSEROLE

Cinnamon roll lovers, this one is for you! I have a fun twist on two classic weekend breakfast dishes that are combined into one casserole. Cinnamon rolls meet French toast for a mouth-watering, sweet and irresistible combination. I love my Cinnamon Roll Coffee Creamer when I don't feel like mixing up the yeast dough and making a batch of my Easy Cinnamon Rolls. This casserole let's me use the convenience of ready cinnamon rolls in a tube, stir it with a few ingredients and bake into one delicious weekend breakfast.

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How to make Cinnamon Roll French Toast Casserole?

This casserole could not be easier to make.

  • Simply cut each cinnamon roll ( unbaked, straight from the tube ) into 4 pieces.
  • In a large measuring cup, whisk together eggs, milk and vanilla and pour over cinnamon roll pieces.
  • Stir gently together.
  • Pour mixture into prepared casserole dish and bake until golden brown on top and cinnamon roll bites are baked.
  • Drizzle with cream cheese glaze and serve warm.
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  • Instant Pot Egg Casserole
  • Pumpkin French Toast Casserole

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Cinnamon Roll French Toast Casserole recipe

Author: Anna

This Cinnamon Roll French Toast Casserole is a fun twist that combines cinnamon rolls and French toast in one delicious dish. Easy, delicious and bound to become a family favorite!

4.80 from 5 votes

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 25 minutes mins

Total Time 35 minutes mins

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Servings 5 people

Calories 53 kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 tubes cinnamon rolls 8 rolls in each , reserve the cream cheese glaze
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup milk I used 2%
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Nutrition

Calories: 53kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 67mg | Sodium: 58mg | Potassium: 56mg | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 135IU | Calcium: 37mg | Iron: 0.4mg

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    Did you make this recipe? Let me know!

  1. Lisa says

    Is this possible with just one tube of cinnamon rolls? To make a small batch.

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  2. Renee Walker says

    Do I need to refrigerate if we don't eat it all right away?

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  3. Angie Pate says

    It was good, but we had egg pieces in it? What did I do wrong?

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    • Anna Seekins says

      Did to mix it up more!!!

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  4. Lawanda says

    can I make this ahead and freeze it? if so do I bake it any before freezing it?

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  5. Sarah says

    So I know you said you can prep the night before. Does that mean putting the egg mixture on the cut up cinnamon rolls before refrigerating or just cutting the rolls?

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  6. Jill Palacios says

    I want to make sure that you bake this uncovered?

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    • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

      Hi Jill! Yes, I baked it uncovered. Every oven is different so if you notice that your bread chunks are browning too fast, you can cover the dish with aluminum foil. I hope this helps!

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      • Jill says

        Thank you! Baking this in the morning for 45 people at a baby shower. Can’t wait to taste it!

      • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

        Yay! I hope you love it and it's a hit at the baby shower!

  7. Eileen Riccione says

    Can you make this the night before and pop it in the. oven in the morning

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    • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

      Hi Eileen! Yep, you can prep it the night before and bake the next day. Let me know how you like it!

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  8. Cheri Hamlett says

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    Are you using the Grands size cinnamon rolls or the regular size? I am considering topping this dish with pre-cooked turkey sausage crumbles - what do you think?

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    • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

      Hi Cheri! I used regular size rolls. If you like the idea of turkey sausage with sweet rolls, I say go for it!

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  9. Micaela says

    How long does it go in the oven and at what temp? Also what are the measurements of the ingredients?

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    • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

      Hi Micaela! Everything is in the recipe box.

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  10. Judy says

    Should I double this recipe for a 13 x 9 pan?

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    • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

      Hi Judy! For the 13x9 pan you need 1.5 of the amounts. So: 3 tubes of cinnamon rolls, 3 eggs, 3/4 cup of milk, 1.5 teaspoons of vanilla. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes. I hope this helps! Let me know!

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    • Veronica says

      So this might be a silly question but does this need syrup or is the icing enough of a sweetener?

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      • Natalie says

        I seriously have thought the same thing.... But ive tweeked the recipe a little i put a little syrup in with my egg and vanilla mixture, just to get the maple under tones, then top with the icing, ieven sneak a little xtra syrup drizzle on top before i bake wuth this sinfully sweet breakfast you can go wrong, just think cinnamon rolls and french toast there the two basic breakfast staples .... If all else fails wing it the only issue ive ever came across is undercooking it and biting into a mouthfull and it still is doughy! Kinda ruins it for me at least. So just watch closely, and use foil if necessary, good luck

  11. Heidi says

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    Your casserole looks STUNNING! What a way to celebrate the holiday! XO

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  12. Ashley says

    I want to eat this whole thing myself!

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  13. Anita says

    Cinnamon Roll French Toast Casserole Recipe - Crunchy Creamy Sweet (11)
    What a very tasting recipe. This was awesome and very simple an quick to make. I made this, this morning for myself and 5 kiddos. I was able to get 12 servings out of it. This was a hit for my family. Thank you for sharing. Happy Holidays.

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Cinnamon Roll French Toast Casserole Recipe - Crunchy Creamy Sweet (2024)

FAQs

Why is my French toast casserole soggy? ›

It could be because of the bread you used. If the bread you start with is too soft (such as white sandwich bread), it won't absorb all of the wonderful custard that it should, and it might end up soggy. If you find yourself with a soggy casserole, for whatever reason, try baking it a bit longer until it firms up some.

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Is it better to soak French toast overnight? ›

Ideally it's best if you can soak the bread in the french toast batter overnight however, if this cannot be done I suggest leaving it soak for a minimum of 30 minutes to 1 hour. As we want that custard like middle, cut very thick slices of bread.

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What makes toast crunchy? ›

A heat of 350º will cause your toast to be more browned, while a heat of 400º will result in a crunchy texture. Remember that the higher the temperature is, the less time it needs on each side. Try leaving your toast in for four to five minutes on each side.

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Why is my French toast not crunchy? ›

Don't overcrowd the pan—cook in batches if necessary to ensure each slice has enough room to breathe and crisp up properly. Time and Temperature: Medium-low heat is ideal. It cooks the toast slowly, making the inside custard-like while the outside crisps up without burning.

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Is Heavy Cream the Same as Heavy Whipping Cream? Yes, heavy cream and heavy whipping cream are the exact same thing. The confusion lies in the fact that they're sold by different brands under two different names.

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Can I use evaporated milk instead of heavy cream? ›

Evaporated milk can be used as a substitute in recipes in which heavy cream is used as a liquid ingredient, such as in baked goods, but it doesn't whip well. Substitute the heavy cream in your recipes with an equal amount of evaporated milk.

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What can I use instead of heavy cream for cinnamon rolls? ›

Heavy Cream: Using heavy cream will produce the most deliciously gooey cinnamon rolls (think Cinnabon level gooey) so this is recommended. However, half and half, coffee creamer, whole milk or coconut cream will also work. Brown Sugar: Maple sugar or regular granulated sugar will also work well.

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Should I leave my bread out overnight for French toast? ›

Ideally, the bread should be slightly stale. A drier bread will soak up all the custard. Bread can be left out with the wrapper open the day before cooking. If you find yourself in a pinch, dry your bread slices in a 275°F oven for 10 minutes before soaking them in the custard.

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Is vanilla extract necessary for French toast? ›

Vanilla and cinnamon.

Strictly technically speaking, these are optional, but French toast without vanilla and cinnamon just isn't nearly as good! A splash of almond extract or a pinch of nutmeg would also work here, if you have a more adventurous palate.

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What bread is best for French toast? ›

For a solid French toast, aim for sturdy bread with a uniform texture and a soft crust. Hearty sandwich bread, brioche, challah, and shokupan (Japanese milk bread) are all great choices. Avoid rustic loaves with thick crusts or large holes in the interior.

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How do you fix a soggy casserole? ›

The solution for watery casseroles is instant potato mash powder or cornflour - slake (mix with a little water) at first or it will go lumpy. Stir well. Alternatively, don't add so much water at first, especially if you're using a slow cooker.

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Why Is My Breakfast Casserole Runny? The key to a breakfast casserole that is moist and delicious but not runny is to make sure you have the proper ratio of bread, eggs, and milk. If there is too much liquid for the bread to absorb, the result could be a runny casserole.

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What happens if you soak French toast too long? ›

Leaving the bread in the egg mixture for too long is another route to soggy French toast.

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Dry Bread Is Your Friend

The original point of French toast or pain perdu was to use up leftover bread. It was, in essence, no longer “lost bread,” but found in its new purpose. The bread should be dried out, without any doubt. Dry bread helps the eggs soak in without the entire piece collapsing.

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