Indulge in the ultimate breakfast comfort food with this incredibly easy Cinnamon Roll French Toast Bake! This recipe is a dream come true for busy mornings or festive occasions like Christmas. It features premade cinnamon rolls, creating a hassle-free yet incredibly flavorful dish.
Why You'll Love This Recipe:
Simple and Quick: Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is perfect for mornings when you're short on time.
Packed with Flavor: The combination of fluffy French toast soaked in a creamy egg mixture, warm cinnamon rolls, and gooey maple syrup is simply irresistible.
Perfect for a Crowd: This recipe easily serves 10 people, making it ideal for family gatherings or brunches.
Holiday-Worthy: The festive flavors and ease of preparation make this dish a perfect addition to your Christmas morning breakfast spread.
Ingredients:
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted (57 grams, ½ stick)
- 2 (17.5-ounce) tubes Pillsbury Grands! Cinnamon Rolls (35 ounces, 992 grams) - See Tip
- 6 large eggs (300 grams)
- ½ cup heavy cream (114 grams)
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon (6 grams)
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract (8 grams)
- 1 cup pure maple syrup (312 grams), divided
- 1 cup chopped pecans (114 grams)
- Frosting from the cinnamon rolls, warmed
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Grease a 9x13 inch (3-quart) baking dish with the melted butter.
3. Cut the cinnamon rolls into 8 rounds (if not already pre-segmented) and arrange them in a single layer in the prepared baking dish. Set the icing aside for later.
4. In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, cinnamon, and vanilla extract until well combined.
5. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the cinnamon rolls. Don't worry if it completely covers them.
6. Drizzle ½ cup of maple syrup over the rolls and sprinkle with chopped pecans.
7. Bake for 25 minutes, or until golden brown on top.
8. Remove from the oven and drizzle with the remaining ½ cup of maple syrup and warmed cinnamon roll icing.
Tips:
- This recipe is adaptable! You can use a 6x9 inch baking dish and adjust the number of cinnamon rolls accordingly (8 for the smaller dish).
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to two months.
- Enjoy this delightful and effortless Cinnamon Roll French Toast Bake for a breakfast that's sure to impress!