Cinnamon Roll Casserole

This recipe for Cinnamon Roll Casserole has everything we love about a classic bakery cinnamon roll including the gooey center, the warm spice, and the sweet glaze, and turns it into an effortless brunch treat.

Made with refrigerated cinnamon rolls, this simple recipe is really the ultimate "hack" for feeding a crowd especially when served with fresh coffee and Creamy Baked Apple Pie Dip on the side.

What you need to make Baked Cinnamon Rolls Casserole

• Refrigerated Cinnamon Rolls Such as Pillsbury Grands
• Heavy Cream Half and Half can alternatively be used.
• Brewed Coffee. This is a secret ingredient that makes this casserole better than others.
• Butter. Salted butter helps to bring out the flavors in this casserole.
• Brown Sugar. This adds that sweet caramel goodness to these rolls.
• Ground Cinnamon. For an added touch of flavor.
• Optional- chopped pecans or walnuts, a teaspoon of vanilla extract, or chopped bacon for an added wow!

How to make cinnamon roll casserole with canned rolls.

• Prep Time 10 minutes .
• Bake Time 35-40 minutes .
• Servings 10 .
• How to serve :
• Notes: You will need a 9x13" baking or casserole dish to make this recipe.

1. Prepare. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Also, lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
2. Rolls. Carefully remove the cinnamon rolls from the container and place them side by side in the prepared dish. The rolls should be in one layer and with hee sides touching one another.
3. Cream & Coffee In a medium bowl or large measuring cup, use a whisk to combine together the heavy cream and brewed coffee. Then pour this mixture over the rolls so that each of the rolls is covered as well as the bottom of the baking dish. The optional vanilla extract can be added in this step as well.
4. Topping. Melt your butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the brown sugar and ground cinnamon. You can add any chopped nuts at this point too. Once the ingredients are combined you can carefully use a large spoon to spoon this mixture over the rolls.
5. Bake. Lightly cover the baking dish with aluminum foil. Bake the casserole for 30 minutes and then carefully remove the foil and bake for an additional five to 10 minutes, or until the rolls are golden brown and baked through.
6. Icing. While your casserole is baking you can prepare the icing. Simply take the icing packets that came with the rolls and blend them in a medium bowl with about a tablespoon of the brewed coffee until smooth. 
7. Frost & Serve Once the cinnamon rolls are out of the oven, evenly spread the coffee-infused icing over the warm rolls. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Tips for making the best gooey cinnamon roll breakfast bake.

For best results, use "Grands" Style Rolls as these rolls are large, have a good structure, and and more dense than other rolls, allowing them to absorb the other ingredients better. Grands style rolls will hold their structure when baked with the wet ingredients when other rolls can fall apart. .

More helpful tips for you.

1. Preparing and refrigerating this recipe the night before baking allows the dough to fully hydrate with the wet ingredients, resulting in a much more uniform, texture rather than just wet bread.
2. The rolls are added to the baking dish whole and intact. You could however cut each individual roll into bite-sized pieces to make this easier to serve. Baking times may vary.
3. Optional add-in ingredients, such as chopped nuts or bacon, personalize this recipe and add a nice flavor balance to the dish.

FAQ

1. Why is my cinnamon roll casserole soggy?
   A soggy center is usually caused by too much liquid or under-baking. To fix this, ensure you are using large Pillsbury Grands! Cinnamon Rolls which can handle the liquid. If it looks wet in the middle, bake for an extra 5–10 minutes with foil over the top to prevent the edges from burning.
2. Do I have to use coffee? Coffee adds the perfect compliment to these rolls. For more flavor, use a strong coffee. You can also use a decaf coffee if desired.
3. What is the best baking dish to use in making a breakfast casserole?
   A glass baking dish, as opposed to a pan, is highly recommended. This is because a glass pan heats evenly and allows you to see when the bottom of your casserole is golden brown.
4. Do I have to use heavy cream?
   While you can use whole milk, heavy cream provides the fat necessary to give the casserole a "bakery-style" richness. Heavy cream gives this casserole that melt-in-your-mouth texture.

How to Store Cinnamon Roll Brunch Casserole

Once your casserole has fully cooled, it should be stored in an airtight container. When properly stored, cinnamon roll casserole should keep for up to four days when refrigerated.

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