Frequently Asked Questions
Can I skip baking the cinnamon rolls first?
Trust us--this delicious overnight cinnamon roll French toast casserole will only bake through if you’ve baked the cinnamon rolls first. Left unbaked, they will be like unbaked dough. You might want to consider baking two batches of rolls! They’re too good to resist. With just one batch, if and you won’t have enough for the casserole, if they do.
Can I use another flavor of cinnamon rolls in this recipe?
We haven’t tested them with other flavors of rolls, but you could try either the Pillsbury™ Orange Rolls with Orange Icing or the Pillsbury™ Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cinnamon Rolls in this overnight cinnamon roll French toast bake. They both also contain 8 rolls, which is necessary for recipe success.
What can I serve with this casserole to make it a meal?
We love serving this recipe alongside hard boiled eggs, cooked breakfast sausage and cut-up fresh fruit or juice, for a simple breakfast or brunch.
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