Description
This Crock Pot Cinnamon Roll Casserole is a comforting and easy breakfast dish, combining the warm flavors of cinnamon rolls with a creamy egg custard, all slow-cooked to golden perfection. Perfect for a weekend brunch or holiday morning, it offers a hands-off way to enjoy classic cinnamon rolls with a custardy twist and a nutty crunch from pecans.
Ingredients
Scale
Cinnamon Roll Base
- 2 (12-ounce) tubes cinnamon roll dough, each cut into quarters
Egg Mixture
- 3 eggs
- 1/2 cup half-and-half or whipping cream
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
Toppings
- 1/3 cup chopped pecans
- 2 containers of icing included with cinnamon rolls
Instructions
- Spray the Crock Pot: Grease a 6-quart crock pot thoroughly with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Layer Cinnamon Rolls: Evenly place the quartered cinnamon roll dough pieces into the bottom of the greased crock pot, creating a base layer.
- Prepare Egg Mixture: In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, half-and-half or whipping cream, maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg until smooth and fully combined.
- Pour Mixture: Slowly pour the egg custard mixture over the cinnamon rolls in the crock pot, ensuring they are evenly coated.
- Add Pecans: Sprinkle the chopped pecans evenly over the top of the egg and cinnamon roll mixture.
- Add First Icing: Spoon one container of the icing included with the cinnamon rolls over the top layer to add sweetness and creaminess during cooking.
- Cook: Cover the crock pot and cook on LOW for 2 1/2 to 3 hours, or until the casserole is golden brown on top and the egg mixture is fully set.
- Finish and Serve: Once cooking is complete, turn off the crock pot. Spoon the second container of icing over the warm casserole before serving. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Make sure to grease the crock pot well to prevent sticking.
- Check the casserole after 2 1/2 hours to avoid overcooking.
- Use half-and-half or whipping cream for a richer custard; milk can be substituted but will be less creamy.
- Feel free to add more nuts or substitute pecans with walnuts for variation.
- Serve with fresh fruit or coffee for a complete breakfast.
