Cinnamon Roll French Toast Bake is a warm breakfast casserole made with cinnamon rolls soaked in vanilla custard and baked until golden, then drizzled with icing.
Ingredients
2 cans refrigerated cinnamon rolls with icing
4 large eggs
1 cup whole milk
1/2 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon melted butter
1/3 cup chopped pecans optional
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and grease a 9 by 13 inch baking dish with melted butter.
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Cut cinnamon rolls into quarters and spread evenly in the dish.
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In a bowl, whisk eggs, milk, heavy cream, sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla.
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Pour custard evenly over cinnamon roll pieces.
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Let stand 10 to 15 minutes to absorb.
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Sprinkle nuts on top if using.
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Cover with foil and bake 25 minutes.
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Remove foil and bake 15 to 20 minutes until golden and set.
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Cool 10 minutes, then drizzle warmed icing over the top before serving.