Cinnamon Roll Breakfast Casserole
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp.salted butter
for the baking dish
- 312.4-ounce tubes refrigerated cinnamon roll dough
with frosting
- 4 largeeggs
- ½ c.half-and-half
- ½ tsp.ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp.kosher salt
- ⅓ c.packed dark brown sugar
- ⅓ c.pecans. chopped
- ⅓ c.sour cream
Directions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 350˚. Generously butter a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Cut each round of cinnamon roll dough into 4 pieces. Reserve the frosting packets.
- 2
Whisk together the eggs, half-and-half, cinnamon and salt in a large bowl. Add the cinnamon roll dough and toss lightly to coat. Pour into the baking dish.
- 3
Mix the brown sugar and pecans in a small bowl. Sprinkle on top of the casserole and bake until puffed, golden brown and cooked through, about 35 minutes.
- 4
Meanwhile, whisk together the contents of the frosting packets and the sour cream in a medium bowl until smooth. Let the casserole cool for 10 minutes, then drizzle with the frosting.
Cinnamon Roll Breakfast Casserole
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About this Recipe
Craving a crowd-pleasing brunch that feels special but comes together with surprising ease? This Cinnamon Roll Breakfast Casserole is your answer, transforming humble refrigerated dough into a decadent morning treat.
This recipe works wonders because it leverages the convenience of store-bought cinnamon rolls, elevating them with a creamy, spiced custard and crunchy pecans. It’s the ultimate comfort food, designed to feed a crowd without requiring hours in the kitchen, making it perfect for holidays like Christmas or any relaxed weekend brunch.
Expect a breakfast delight where tender, sweet cinnamon rolls are baked into a rich, custardy base. Each bite delivers the familiar warmth of cinnamon and brown sugar, complemented by the creamy texture provided by half-and-half and sour cream, all finished with the satisfying crunch of toasted pecans. It's a deeply comforting and indulgent dish, with each serving providing 492 calories of pure brunch bliss.
For easy customization, you can swap the pecans for walnuts or simply omit them if nuts aren't to your taste. While the recipe includes frosting, you could always add a touch more cinnamon to the mix or a pinch of nutmeg for an extra layer of spice. This casserole embraces simplicity, making it forgiving for home cooks of all experience levels.
This Cinnamon Roll Breakfast Casserole is tailor-made for festive gatherings, holiday mornings, or simply when you want to treat your loved ones to a warm, comforting brunch. Serve it alongside fresh fruit or a cup of coffee for a complete and memorable meal.