Cinnamon Roll Casserole

Ingredients:

2 tablespoons of melted butter or baking spray

2 cans (12.4 oz each) Pillsbury® refrigerated cinnamon rolls with icing

4 eggs

1/2 cup heavy whipping cream

2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

2 teaspoons vanilla

1 cup chopped Pecans

1/4 cup maple syrup

Garnish:

Icing from cinnamon rolls

Maple syrup (if desired) –I found it was sweet enough without it.

Directions:

Heat oven to 375°F. Pour melted butter into ungreased 13×9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish.

Separate both cans of dough into 16 rolls; set icing aside. Cut each roll into 8 pieces; place pieces over butter in dish.

In a medium bowl, beat eggs. Beat in cream, cinnamon and vanilla until well blended; gently pour over roll pieces. Sprinkle with pecans; drizzle with 1/4 cup syrup.

Bake 20 to 28 minutes or until golden brown. Cool 15 minutes. Meanwhile, remove covers from icing; microwave on Medium (50%) 10 to 15 seconds or until thin enough to drizzle.

Drizzle icing over top. If desired, spoon syrup over individual servings.

Nutrition Information:

YIELDS: 12 | SERVING SIZE: 1

Frequently Asked Questions:

Can I use a different type of refrigerated cinnamon rolls?

Yes, you can use your preferred brand or type of refrigerated cinnamon rolls for this casserole.

Can I use a substitute for heavy whipping cream?

Yes, you can use whole milk or half-and-half as a substitute for heavy whipping cream.

Are the pecans optional?

Yes, if you have nut allergies or prefer without, you can omit the pecans.

Can I prepare this casserole ahead of time?

Yes, you can assemble the casserole the night before and refrigerate it.

Bake it in the morning.

How do I store leftovers?

Store any leftovers in the refrigerator in an airtight container.

Reheat individual servings in the microwave.

Can I use a different type of syrup?

Yes, you can use your favorite syrup or honey as a substitute for maple syrup.

Can I make this casserole without eggs?

Yes, you can try using egg substitutes like mashed bananas or applesauce for an egg-free version.

Can I use a different type of nuts?

Absolutely, you can use walnuts or almonds instead of pecans, or omit them altogether.

How can I prevent the casserole from becoming too soggy?

Make sure not to oversaturate the cinnamon roll pieces with the egg mixture.

The bake time is crucial for achieving the right texture.

Can I freeze this casserole?

While it’s best enjoyed fresh, you can freeze individual portions and reheat them later.

Drizzle with fresh icing after reheating.