Description
This Simple Cinnamon Roll Breakfast Bake is the ultimate comfort food for mornings. It combines soft cinnamon rolls, a sweet custard, and a drizzle of icing, creating a warm, gooey breakfast treat perfect for brunch or holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tubes (8 rolls each, 12 oz per tube) refrigerated cinnamon rolls
- 1/4 cup salted butter, melted
- 3/4 cup milk (any kind)
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly spray a 9×13-inch baking dish and coat with melted butter.
- Cut cinnamon rolls into 3/4-inch pieces and layer them in the dish.
- In a bowl, whisk milk, maple syrup, eggs, vanilla, and cinnamon until smooth.
- Pour the mixture evenly over the cinnamon rolls.
- Bake for 25–35 minutes until puffed and golden.
- Drizzle with reserved icing and serve warm.
Notes
- For a richer custard, use heavy cream instead of milk.
- Add chopped nuts or dried fruit for extra flavor.
- Best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25–35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American