Cinnamon Roll French Toast Casserole

This Cinnamon Roll French Toast Casserole takes cinnamon rolls to a whole new level. This recipe is so easy. Start with a tube of ready-made cinnamon rolls and add a few kitchen staples. The result, a delicious casserole that is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dinner.

Overhead view of a square piece from a make ahead cinnamon roll casserole that was made with store bought tubes of cinnamon rolls

I really enjoy making breakfast on the weekends for my guys but sometimes I run out of ideas for things to make.  You know how it is.  You want to make something tasty and hearty but you've made the same few things over and over for months on end and then you find an awesome new recipe that you give a try and it turns out even better than you expected.  

Cinnamon roll French toast casserole serving on a blue and white plate

I bought a big box of Pillsbury Cinnamon Rolls at Sam's Club and found this recipe on the back ~ I am so glad I made it.   I changed the recipe up just slightly from the original omitting the nuts, some of the additional syrup and the powdered sugar - no need to have a sugar OVERLOAD!

Overhead view of Cinnamon Roll French Toast Casserole with a powdered sugar glaze oozing off the sides on a blue and white plate in a boho style

That's what happened this weekend.  Cinnamon rolls are one of my family's favorite sweet treats so I knew this would be a hit.

How-To Make Cinnamon Roll French Toast Casserole with Canned Cinnamon Rolls

So there you have it!  This would be perfect for weekend or holiday mornings or anytime you have guests over.  It looks and tastes like you slaved away for hours and it took less than an hour from start to finish!

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Collage of three photos of finished Cinnamon Roll French Toast Casserole

📖 Recipe

Cinnamon Roll French Toast Casserole

Easy Breakfast Casserole Cinnamon roll French toast bake made with store-bought cinnamon rolls in a can (tube!). So easy to make and simply delicious! Perfect for brunches, breakfasts, holidays and special occasions.
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Easy to make Cinnamon Roll French Toast Casserole
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:28 minutes
Total Time:38 minutes

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup butter melted
  • 2 cans cinnamon rolls
  • 6 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup organic pure maple syrup
  • ½ cup heavy whipping cream

Instructions

  • Heat oven to 375 degrees.  Pour melted butter into ungreased 13x9-inch glass baking dish
  • Separate each can of dough into 8 rolls; set icing aside. 
  • Cut each roll into 8 pieces, place pieces over butter in dish.In a medium bowl with wire whisk, beat eggs.
  • Beat in cream, cinnamon, and vanilla until well blended.
  • Gently pour over roll pieces.  Drizzle with 1 cup syrup.
  • Bake uncovered 20 to 28 minutes or until golden brown.  Cool 15 minutes.

Optional: Icing

  • If using the icing, remove covers from icing that came with the canned cinnamon rolls; microwave on Medium (50%) power for 10 to 15 seconds or until drizzling consistency.
  • Drizzle icing over top.

As with any of my recipes, calorie counts and nutritional information varies greatly depending on which products you choose to use when cooking this dish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 224kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 114mg | Sodium: 186mg | Sugar: 20g
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 224kcal
Author: Mary Beth
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46 Comments

  1. Vicky @ Mess For Less says:

    This would be perfect to bring to a MOPS meeting. Thanks so much for sharing!

    1. Mary Beth says:

      Thanks so much for stopping by and taking the time to comment!

      Have a lovely week.

      Mary Beth

  2. OMG! This french toast looks AMAZING! I can't wait to try it! Pinning now!

  3. Brenda @ChattingOverChocolate.blogspot.com says:

    This looks incredibly yummy!! Pinned 😉 Thanks for sharing!!

  4. Randi - Dukes and Duchesses says:

    That looks so delicious! I can't wait to try it!

    1. Mary Beth says:

      Thanks so much, Randi!

  5. Mixed Kreations says:

    Mmm! This looks so delicious! Thank you for sharing. Pinning!

    1. Mary Beth says:

      Thanks so much! I really liked this and so did my family so the recipe is a keeper.

      Have a wonderful weekend.

      Hugs, Mary Beth

  6. Tammy Killough says:

    Oh wow!! This just looks amazing! I'm so trying this! Thanks for sharing. Thank You also for visiting my site...and for the wonderful warm friendship! You're sincerity is deeply appreciated. Thanks again! ~Tammy~

    1. Mary Beth says:

      Just linked up my most recent two ~ thanks so much for the invite, Chrissy!

  7. Melissa H. says:

    That looks dangerously delicious! I must make that one soon.

    1. Mary Beth says:

      Thanks, Melissa!

      Have a joy-filled weekend.

      Hugs, Mary Beth

  8. Kim @ Sand & Sisal says:

    Yum! French toast is my favorite and so this sounds just wonderful to me! Pinned it!

    1. Mary Beth says:

      Thanks, Kim!

      Have a fabulous weekend.

  9. Dang girl. I want me a piece of this NOW!

    1. Mary Beth says:

      Thanks, Malia ~ I'll make it now....you rush over here and then we'll have Mega Stuf Oreos to top off the morning!

      Hugs, Mary Beth

  10. Yummy - love french toast - what a fab recipe Mary Beth! Pinned, stumbled and google plus'd!

    1. Mary Beth says:

      Thanks so much, Heather!

      Hugs, Mary Beth

  11. I'm pinning this so I can find it again to make for my Woman's Club's brunch!!! I know they'll love it!!

    1. Mary Beth says:

      Thanks so much, Loribeth!

      Have a wonderful weekend.

      Mary Beth

  12. This looks so amazing! 🙂

    1. Mary Beth says:

      Thank you, Megan. 🙂

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  14. DeDe@DesignedDecor says:

    This looks amazing! I know my boys will love it!

    1. Mary Beth says:

      Thanks so much DeDe ~ have a wonderful week.

      Hugs, Mary Beth

    1. Mary Beth says:

      Thank you SO MUCH, Cheryl!

      You have a great week and I'll be grabbing my button to proudly display it.

      Hugs, Mary Beth

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  16. Just wondering if anyone has tried this as an overnight casserole that you refrigerate overnight and bake in the morning, or would the bread get too soggy? Thanks!

    1. Mary Beth says:

      Hi Renee,

      I haven't tried it as an overnight casserole ~ I think it probably would get soggy but, you may want to try this in a crock pot ~ I haven't tried that method but on low that might work. If I do try it, I will let you know.

      Thanks so much for stopping by.

      Mary Beth

    2. I was wanting to ask the same question. Did you try it? Just curious. Thanks.

      1. Mary Beth says:

        I haven't tried it yet ~ thanks for the reminder, Wendy! When I do, I'll update the post.

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  18. Found this through Pinterest & made it for my Mom for our Mother's Day brunch this morning - everyone LOVED it! Thank you so much for the great recipe!

  19. These 2 things are my oldest favorite things... I am so going to make this in the morning!! Looks so good!!

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  21. Do you think this could be made the night ahead and cooked the next morning?

  22. Do you think this could be made the night ahead and cooked the next morning?

  23. Did anyone every try this overnight? I really want to make it but I need something that can be made the night before

    1. Mary Beth says:

      I don't know of anyone who has, Libbi. If I find out that it can be made in advance, I will let you know.

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  26. Mary Beth says:

    My kids ask for it for dinner sometimes ~ I hope it's a hit for your little guy. Thanks so much for stopping by. 🙂

  27. I've pinned this recipe for later. My family will love this one!!! Thank you for sharing your recipe. 🙂

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