Overnight Cinnamon Roll French Toast Casserole
Overnight Cinnamon Roll French Toast Casserole is a delightful breakfast treat that transforms your mornings into a festive feast. This make-ahead dish features warm, fluffy cinnamon rolls soaked in creamy custard and baked to golden perfection. With minimal prep time and maximum flavor, it’s perfect for brunch gatherings or cozy family breakfasts. Drizzle with maple syrup and dust with powdered sugar for an elegant touch that will have everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cans (16 oz each) cinnamon rolls with icing
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk (or almond/oat milk)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Cut cinnamon rolls into quarters and distribute evenly in the baking dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla extract, sugar, and cinnamon until smooth.
- Pour the custard mixture over the cinnamon rolls, letting them soak for 15-20 minutes.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly, then drizzle with maple syrup and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider using chocolate croissants or pumpkin spice rolls instead of traditional cinnamon rolls. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat in the microwave or oven.