EASY CINNAMON ROLL FRENCH TOAST BAKE
This easy breakfast casserole transforms store-bought cinnamon rolls into a rich, golden French toast bake, complete with a creamy egg custard and drizzled with the classic icing.
Equipment
- 9x13 inch Baking Dish
- Large Mixing Bowl
- Wire Rack
Ingredients
For the French Toast Bake
- 2 (12.4 oz) cans refrigerated cinnamon rolls (with icing packets included)
- 6 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup heavy cream (or additional milk)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (for greasing the pan)
Instructions
Preparation and Arrangement
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a standard 9x13 inch baking dish with the tablespoon of butter or cooking spray. Open the canned cinnamon rolls and set the included icing packets aside for later use.
- Place each cinnamon roll flat on a cutting board and cut each roll into four equal pieces (quarter them). Scatter the cut pieces evenly across the bottom of the prepared 9x13 inch baking dish.
Custard and Soaking
- In a large bowl, whisk together the 6 large eggs, 1/2 cup whole milk, 1/4 cup heavy cream, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon. Whisk until the mixture is uniform and slightly frothy.
- Carefully pour the liquid custard mixture evenly over the scattered cinnamon roll pieces in the baking dish, ensuring all pieces are thoroughly coated. Allow the bake to sit undisturbed for 5 to 10 minutes to allow the cinnamon rolls to fully absorb the liquid.
Baking and Glazing
- Place the baking dish into the preheated 375°F (190°C) oven. Bake for 28 to 32 minutes, or until the top is golden brown, the center is set, and a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.
- Remove the French toast bake from the oven and place it on a wire rack. Prepare the reserved icing packets by warming them slightly in a bowl of warm water or microwaving the unsealed icing for 5-10 seconds to loosen the consistency.
- Snip the corner of the icing packets and generously drizzle all the icing over the warm French toast bake. Serve immediately.
Notes
For an extra layer of flavor, you can sprinkle 1/4 cup of chopped pecans or walnuts over the top of the bake before pouring on the custard. Ensure you do not overbake, or the cinnamon rolls may become dry.