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Close-up of a slice of overnight cinnamon roll french toast bake with icing and pecans on a white plate

Overnight Cinnamon Roll French Toast Bake

A delicious breakfast casserole that combines the flavors of cinnamon rolls and French toast. Perfect for a weekend brunch.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Resting Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 can refrigerated cinnamon rolls with icing
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
For the Topping
  • 1/4 cup chopped pecans optional
  • 2 tbsp melted butter

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish. Cut the cinnamon rolls into quarters and spread them evenly in the dish.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and cinnamon. Pour the mixture over the cinnamon rolls.
  3. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight or for at least 8 hours.
  4. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Remove the plastic wrap and drizzle the melted butter over the top. Sprinkle with chopped pecans if using.
  5. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown and set in the center.
  6. Drizzle the icing from the cinnamon roll package over the top before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 7gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 480mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For a richer flavor, use half-and-half instead of milk. You can also add a sprinkle of brown sugar before baking for extra sweetness.

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