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Easy Cinnamon Roll Casserole w/ Cream Cheese Frosting

Prep Time :10 minutes
Cook Time :25 minutes
Total Time :35 minutes
Serves: 12

Ingredients

Casserole

  • 2 12.4 oz/351 g refrigerated cinnamon rolls with cream cheese icing
  • 4 tbsp butter melted
  • 3 large eggs + 1 egg yolk lightly beaten
  • 3/4 c heavy cream
  • 1/3 c brown sugar
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp cardamon optional
  • 1 tsp orange zest optional
  • pinch of salt

Cream Cheese Frosting

  • 4 oz cream cheese room temperature
  • 2 packets of cream cheese icing from cinnamon rolls
  • 1 tbsp heavy cream to desired consistency
  • 1 tbsp fresh orange juice optional (substitute with heavy cream)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with spray or cooking oil.
  • Next, open the cinnamon roll cans and cut each roll into 4 equal pieces.
  • Place the cut-up cinnamon rolls in the greased baking dish, spreading them out evenly.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, brown sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, orange zest (if using) and cardamom (if using), and salt.
  • Pour the custard mixture evenly over the cinnamon rolls, making sure the rolls are coated well.
  • Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the rolls are golden brown and cooked through.
  • While the casserole is baking, add the icing that came with the cinnamon rolls in a large bowl with the cream cheese, heavy cream, vanilla extract, and orange juice. Beat on medium low until the frosting is smooth.
  • Once the casserole is done, let it rest for about 10 minutes. Then, add the frosting evenly.
  • Serve the cinnamon roll casserole with fruit or bacon and eggs and enjoy!

Notes

  • Ensure your ingredients are room temperature.
  • If you are looking for a sweeter casserole, try using 1/2 cup of brown sugar as opposed to 1/3 cup. You may also want to add powder sugar to your icing (I recommend starting with a tablespoon and adjusting as needed).
  • If you want to thin out your icing, add some heavy cream (I recommend starting with a tablespoon and adjusting as needed). Note, adding powdered sugar will thicken the icing if it becomes too thin. 
  • You can reheat this casserole, but it’s best served fresh out of the oven.
  • Review the FAQs for more tips!

Nutritional Information

Calories: 149kcal (7%)Carbohydrates: 8g (3%)Protein: 1g (2%)Fat: 13g (20%)Saturated Fat: 8g (50%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 38mg (13%)Sodium: 66mg (3%)Potassium: 42mg (1%)Fiber: 0.4g (2%)Sugar: 7g (8%)Vitamin A: 483IU (10%)Vitamin C: 0.4mgCalcium: 33mg (3%)Iron: 0.1mg (1%)