Cinnamon Roll Casserole

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Posted: 10/17/2023

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All of the cinnamon roll flavor with none of the work! This cinnamon roll casserole bakes up quickly for an easy breakfast or brunch recipe. Good for holidays or any day!

If you’re looking for a back to school breakfast recipe, a sweet Saturday morning treat, a Christmas brunch idea or a breakfast treat for a family gathering, this easy Cinnamon Roll Casserole is just what you’ve been looking for.

This is your complete guide to making this cinnamon roll breakfast casserole both in the oven and in the slow cooker. There’s only 5 ingredients and 4 steps. Learn overnight instructions as well.

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About this Easy Cinnamon Roll Casserole Recipe:

It’s easy to make. Because it uses refrigerated cinnamon roll dough, it will take less than 15 minutes to prep.
You can make it the night before, then bake it the morning you want to serve it so it is fresh and delicious.
Use the frosting that comes in the can for a quick powdered sugar drizzle.

It’s comforting and delicious. Kids love it!

What fans are saying:

⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ Babs says, “I made this for Christmas morning! I made it the night before and let it soak overnight. Then I baked it at 375 for 30 minutes because the cinnamon rolls say 375 instead of 350. I also subbed cream for egg nog! It was perfect and delicious! I’m so going to make again!”

⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ Caroline says, “This recipe was so quick and simple to do… I just made it and me and my 5yr old daughter love it! It’s almost like a cross between Cinnamon rolls and French toast, I think because of the eggs and the pure maple syrup in it. Thank you so much for sharing your recipe. Definitely will be making again for Christmas morning 🙂”

⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ Rebeca says, “This was a great Christmas morning casserole. I made it the night before. I added a layer of maple sausage and the sweet and savory combination was amazing!”

Ingredients

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Cinnamon Rolls. This is the refrigerated kind in the canister. Use Pillsbury cinnamon rolls or your favorite store brand.
Heavy cream. Yes you can use milk, but heavy cream adds an irresistible richness.
Eggs. This holds it all together, but there are only 4, so it won’t taste eggy.
Maple syrup. Because every breakfast needs a hint of maple, right?
Cinnamon. Added cinnamon gives a homemade flavor to the store bought cinnamon rolls.

How to Make Cinnamon Roll Casserole

Prepare this easy breakfast casserole in just 4 steps:

Prepare the cinnamon rolls. Open the cinnamon roll tubes and set aside the frosting. You’ll use this to drizzle over the baked casserole. Cut each cinnamon roll into 4 pieces. Place the cinnamon roll quarters evenly in a greased baking dish.
Make the filling. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the cream, eggs and cinnamon. Make sure the eggs are well mixed. Pour the egg mixture over the cinnamon roll pieces.
Bake the casserole.Drizzle the syrup over the top. Bake at 350ºF for 30-35 minutes until the top is golden brown and puffy.
Drizzle the frosting. Heat the frosting for 5-10 seconds in the microwave, then drizzle over the warm casserole.

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Slow Cooker Cinnamon Roll Casserole

An optional way to make this cinnamon roll bake is to use a crockpot. Again, there are 4 steps:

Prepare the cinnamon rolls. Open the cinnamon roll tubes and set aside the frosting. You’ll use this to drizzle over the baked casserole. Cut each cinnamon roll into 4 pieces. Place the cinnamon roll quarters evenly in a greased slow cooker liner.
Make the filling. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the cream, eggs and cinnamon. Make sure the eggs are well mixed. Pour the egg mixture over the cinnamon rolls.
Slow cook the casserole.Drizzle the syrup over the top. Cover and set to low for about 3 hours. The top should be golden brown and puffy.
Drizzle the frosting. Heat the frosting for 5-10 seconds in the microwave, then drizzle over the warm casserole.

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Can you make cinnamon roll casserole the night before?

Yes! You can prep this recipe the night before you want to serve it.

Prepare the cinnamon casserole up until the point of baking.
Cover it with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
In the morning, allow the casserole to sit for 30-60 minutes at room temperature. Then bake as the recipe suggests.

It’s perfect for Christmas morning or a make ahead dessert.

Are there other cinnamon roll frosting options?

If you don’t care for the store bought sugar glaze, you can make your own powdered sugar glaze.

You could also use a drizzling of our cream cheese cinnamon roll icing.

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Can I use froze cinnamon roll dough instead of refrigerated cinnamon rolls?

Yes! But you’ll need to prep the casserole the night before you want to serve it.

We love Rhodes frozen cinnamon roll dough. If you’d like to use these for this recipe, here are the steps:

Allow the frozen rolls to thaw just enough to cut them into pieces. They should still be mostly frozen.
Prepare the recipe as stated up to the point of baking, then cover and refrigerate overnight. The rolls will start to thaw and rise overnight.
In the morning, remove the casserole from the fridge and allow it to sit for 30 minutes at room temperature, then bake as the recipe suggests. You might need to add an extra 5 minutes or so for baking time.

Serving Ideas

If you’re looking to turn this into a complete meal, try adding:

Sparkling Fruit Salad
Homemade Turkey Sausage
Vegetable Frittata
Potatoes O’Brien
Chorizo Egg Muffins

You may also love our French Toast Casserole.

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All of the cinnamon roll flavor with none of the work! This cinnamon roll casserole bakes up quickly for an easy breakfast or brunch recipe. Good for holidays or any day!

Servings 12

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 35 minutes minutes

Total Time 50 minutes minutes

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Ingredients

2 cans Pillsbury refrigerated cinnamon rolls (12.4 ounces each)
2/3 cup heavy cream
4 large eggs
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 cup maple syrup

Instructions

Oven Instructions:

Preheat the oven to 350º Fahrenheit. Spray a 9×13 baking pan with cooking spray.
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Prepare the cinnamon rolls. Open the cinnamon roll tubes and set aside the frosting. You'll use this to drizzle over the baked casserole. Cut each cinnamon roll into 4 pieces. Place the cinnamon roll quarters evenly in the baking pan.
Make the filling. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the cream, eggs and cinnamon. Make sure the eggs are well mixed. Pour the egg mixture over the cinnamon rolls.
Bake the casserole. Drizzle the syrup over the top. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes until the top is golden brown and puffy.
Drizzle the frosting. Heat the frosting for 5-10 seconds in the microwave, then drizzle over the warm casserole.

Slow Cooker Instructions:

Prepare the cinnamon rolls. Open the cinnamon roll tubes and set aside the frosting. You'll use this to drizzle over the baked casserole. Cut each cinnamon roll into 4 pieces. Place the cinnamon roll quarters evenly in a greased slow cooker liner.
Make the filling. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the cream, eggs and cinnamon. Make sure the eggs are well mixed. Pour the egg mixture over the cinnamon rolls.
Slow cook the casserole.Drizzle the syrup over the top. Cover and set to low for about 3 hours. The top should be golden brown and puffy.
Drizzle the frosting. Heat the frosting for 5-10 seconds in the microwave, then drizzle over the warm casserole.

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Notes

Recipe additions: If you want something a little extra, try a sprinkle of bacon or pecans (or walnuts) on top before baking for a little crunch. You can also add a teaspoon of vanilla extract to the egg/milk mixture if you’d like.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

The calories shown are based on the recipe serving 12, with 1 serving being 1/12 of the casserole. Since different brands of ingredients have different nutritional information, the calories shown are just an estimate. **We are not dietitians and recommend you seek a nutritionist for exact nutritional information.**

Nutrition

Author Julie Clark

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Calories 88

Keyword best cinnamon roll recipe, easy breakfast casserole, easy breakfast recipe

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I'm Julie Clark, CEO and recipe developer of Tastes of Lizzy T. With my B.A. in Education and over 30 years of cooking and baking, I want to teach YOU the best of our family recipes.

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FAQs

How long do you cook Pillsbury cinnamon rolls? ›

HEAT oven to 400°F (or 375°F for nonstick pan). GREASE round cake pan. PLACE rolls in pan, cinnamon topping up. BAKE 13 to 17 minutes or until golden brown.

Can I put my cinnamon rolls back in the oven? ›

The Oven Method:

Preheat the oven to 275F and place a cup of water in a shallow baking dish on a lower shelf of the oven. Place the cinnamon roll on a baking pan and bake for 10-15 minutes or until the roll is warmed through.

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Why do you put cinnamon rolls in a cold oven? ›

The tip is to bake the rolls in a cold oven so that the rolls can get a little extra rise before they start baking. Another tip to make sure they rise enough is to let them rise for half of their proving time on the counter before you refrigerate them.

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How to soften hard cinnamon rolls? ›

How do you make cinnamon rolls soft again? Make cinnamon rolls soft again by adding a little bit of moisture back into them while reheating. You can do this by adding a pat of butter to the top of each roll and covering them with a damp paper towel while reheating in the microwave for about 20 seconds.

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How long to bake cinnamon rolls at 350 Pillsbury? ›

HEAT oven to 350°F (or 325°F for nonstick cookie sheet). GREASE cookie sheet. PLACE rolls 2 inches apart on cookie sheet. BAKE 16 to 20 minutes or until dark golden brown and tops appear dry.

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How do you know when cinnamon rolls are done baking? ›

They should be ready after 35 or so minutes total bake time and will be light golden brown. The rolls should be set in the middle, with a slight spring when pressed in the center, but they should not be too soft. If they are still soft, they need a little more time to bake.

How do you keep cinnamon rolls from drying out in the oven? ›

Just before baking your cinnamon rolls, pour a bit of heavy cream over them in the pan (use ¼ cup to ½ cup for every 6 cinnamon rolls). The cream absorbs into the rolls as they bake, making them ultra moist and gooey (in a good way!).

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Should I cover cinnamon rolls when baking? ›

We want to leave the lid (or foil) on so they don't over-brown. Baking them from frozen keeps that soft and gooey texture. Glaze the warm cinnamon rolls and serve.

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Do you have to refrigerate Pillsbury cinnamon rolls after baking? ›

Cinnamon rolls have a great shelf live. They stay good at room-temperature for up to 2 days, in the fridge for up to a week, and in the freezer for up to 2 months if stored properly. Store them in an airtight container or wrap them tightly with plastic wrap.

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Should I bake cinnamon rolls on the top or bottom rack? ›

Bake the Cinnamon Rolls.

Place in the oven on the lower rack. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove the foil, rotate pans 180 degrees, and place on the upper rack to encourage browning. Bake 15-20 more minutes, until nicely browned and the rolls reach an internal temperature of 190°F (88°C). Cool and Top the Rolls.

Can I leave baked cinnamon rolls out overnight? ›

Storing Leftovers: Place any leftover cinnamon rolls in an airtight container and store them at room temperature for up to two days. If the cinnamon rolls have frosting on them, they will need to be stored in the fridge.

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Why do my cinnamon rolls get hard after baking? ›

Don't Overbake Cinnamon Rolls

Overbaked cinnamon rolls are tough and chewy instead of light and pillowy. Since it can be a bit tricky to know when rolls are fully baked, use a digital thermometer. Bake cinnamon rolls until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches between 190°and 200°F.

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Why are my cinnamon rolls not gooey? ›

ONLY add as much flour as needed to handle the dough. It's better for the dough to be sticky at the start than to add too much flour and wind up with dense rolls, instead of light and fluffy ones.

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What happens if you proof cinnamon rolls too long? ›

The rolls are still prone to over-proofing if left in the fridge too long; and the cinnamon-sugar filling can melt and make the bottoms of the rolls syrupy and damp if left unbaked for too long.

How long do you cook Pillsbury rolls for? ›

Prep Instructions

UNROLL dough; separate into 8 triangles. ROLL UP triangles, starting at wide end. PLACE on ungreased cookie sheet; curve each into crescent shape. BAKE 10 to 13 minutes or until golden brown.

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How long does Pillsbury dough take to cook? ›

HEAT oven to 375°F. UNROLL dough on ungreased cookie sheet. ADD your favorite ingredients. BAKE 10 to 13 minutes or until golden brown.

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How long to HEAT cinnamon rolls in oven? ›

I love making cinnamon rolls in advance and simply reheating them on a busy weekend morning. If you're just waiting a day or two, then you can always just refrigerate them. Then whenever you are ready to eat, just pull them from the fridge and bake in a 350 degree oven for 5-8 minutes.

What is the best pan to cook Pillsbury cinnamon rolls in? ›

Tips from the Pillsbury Kitchens

We found that a 9-inch metal round or square pan works best with this recipe so dough has enough room to expand while baking.

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