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Cinnamon Roll French Toast Casserole Easy Recipe with Cream Cheese Glaze

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This Cinnamon Roll French Toast Casserole combines the gooey, spiced sweetness of cinnamon rolls with the ease of a French toast bake, all topped with a tangy cream cheese glaze. Perfect for brunch, holidays, or cozy mornings, it’s a crowd-pleasing, make-ahead breakfast treat.

Ingredients

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  • 16 oz (about 1 loaf) brioche or challah bread, cubed
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted (for drizzling)
  • 1/3 cup light brown sugar, packed (for cinnamon swirl)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for cinnamon swirl)
  • 2 tablespoons butter, softened (for cinnamon swirl)
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened (for glaze)
  • 3/4 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
  • 2–3 tablespoons milk (for glaze)
  • 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract (for glaze)
  • Pinch of salt (for glaze, optional)

Instructions

  1. Cut brioche or challah into 1-inch cubes and let sit out for an hour or overnight to dry.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
  3. Add bread cubes to the custard and gently fold until coated. Let sit for 5–10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Pour in the custard-soaked bread and spread evenly.
  5. In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, cinnamon, and softened butter to form a thick paste. Dollop over the casserole and swirl with a knife.
  6. Melt 2 tablespoons butter and drizzle over the top.
  7. Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake uncovered for 40–50 minutes, until golden and set in the center. Cover with foil if browning too quickly.
  8. Let casserole cool for 10 minutes before glazing.
  9. For the glaze: Beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar, milk, vanilla, and a pinch of salt. Mix until creamy and pourable, adding more milk if needed.
  10. Drizzle glaze over the warm casserole and serve.

Notes

For best results, use day-old bread and let it soak in the custard for at least 5–10 minutes. You can assemble the casserole the night before and bake in the morning. For gluten-free or dairy-free adaptations, use appropriate bread and milk substitutes. If the casserole is too wet, bake longer; if browning too quickly, cover with foil. Glaze while warm for best flavor.

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