Cinnamon Roll French Toast Bake
A cozy baked breakfast made with soft cinnamon rolls soaked in a rich vanilla custard, baked until golden, and finished with a sweet icing drizzle. Perfect for brunch, holidays, or slow weekend mornings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 cans refrigerated cinnamon rolls (about 12 rolls total)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon butter for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a baking dish with butter.
- Cut cinnamon rolls into quarters and spread evenly in the baking dish.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and maple syrup.
- Pour the custard mixture evenly over the cinnamon roll pieces.
- Let sit for 5 minutes so the rolls absorb the mixture.
- Bake uncovered for 30 to 35 minutes until golden and set in the center.
- Warm the icing from the cinnamon rolls and drizzle over the bake while warm.
- Serve warm and enjoy.
Notes
- Let the bake rest for a few minutes before serving so it sets properly.
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of cinnamon on top before baking.
- This dish reheats well for leftovers.
Find it online: https://www.cookfulcorner.com/cinnamon-roll-french-toast-bake/