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Cozy Christmas Morning Cinnamon Roll Casserole Recipe with Easy Cream Cheese Glaze

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A warm, comforting cinnamon roll casserole soaked overnight in custard and topped with a tangy cream cheese glaze, perfect for holiday mornings and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

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  • 12 refrigerated cinnamon rolls with icing (Pillsbury recommended)
  • 1½ cups whole milk (360 ml)
  • ½ cup heavy cream (120 ml)
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar (65 g)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened (Philadelphia recommended)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (120 g)
  • 2–3 tbsp milk (for glaze)
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract (for glaze)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Unroll the refrigerated cinnamon rolls and slice each into quarters. Spread evenly in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together whole milk, heavy cream, eggs, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until smooth and combined.
  4. Pour the custard over the cinnamon rolls, pressing gently with a spatula to ensure they soak up the custard. Let sit for at least 15 minutes or cover and refrigerate overnight for best results.
  5. Bake the casserole for 40-45 minutes, until the custard is set and the top is golden brown. The center should be slightly puffed and spring back when touched.
  6. While baking, beat the softened cream cheese with powdered sugar, milk, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Adjust milk to reach a drizzle consistency.
  7. Let the casserole cool for 10 minutes after baking to set further and make slicing easier.
  8. Drizzle the cream cheese glaze generously over the warm casserole before serving.

Notes

For best texture, soak cinnamon rolls in custard overnight. Use room temperature eggs to avoid lumps. Adjust glaze milk to get perfect drizzle consistency. Butter or spray baking dish well to prevent sticking. If baking from frozen, add a few extra minutes to bake time. Variations include pumpkin spice, berry toppings, gluten-free rolls, and vegan substitutions.

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Keywords: cinnamon roll casserole, Christmas breakfast, cream cheese glaze, holiday brunch, easy cinnamon rolls, custard bake

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