Description
A heartwarming breakfast casserole that combines the flavors of apple and cinnamon with soft, gooey cinnamon rolls.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cans of refrigerated cinnamon rolls
- 2 cups of diced apples
- 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup of brown sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup of milk
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup of chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Cut the cinnamon rolls into quarters and place them in the baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix the diced apples, ground cinnamon, and brown sugar, then sprinkle over the cinnamon rolls.
- In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the egg mixture over the cinnamon rolls and apples, ensuring everything is well coated.
- If using, sprinkle chopped pecans on top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the casserole is set and golden brown.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg to the egg mixture.
- Serve with maple syrup or a drizzle of icing for added sweetness.
- This casserole can be prepared the night before and baked in the morning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 100mg