Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Casserole Recipe
This Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Casserole combines the warm, comforting flavors of cinnamon rolls and pumpkin into a delightful baked dish perfect for fall breakfast or brunch. Featuring refrigerated cinnamon roll dough baked in a spiced pumpkin custard, it’s topped with a creamy glaze and optional whipped topping or ice cream for an indulgent treat that’s easy to prepare and share.
- Author: Zane
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Casserole Base
- two 8-count tubes refrigerated cinnamon roll dough (with icing)
- 3 large eggs
- 3/4 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar (packed)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
Glaze
- 1 cup confectioners’ sugar
- 2 tablespoons cream or milk
Optional Toppings
- vanilla ice cream or whipped topping
- Prepare Cinnamon Rolls: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Unroll the cinnamon rolls and place them evenly in the dish, spacing them slightly apart to allow for expansion.
- Mix Pumpkin Custard: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, pumpkin puree, milk, light brown sugar, granulated sugar, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until smooth and fully combined.
- Combine and Soak: Pour the pumpkin custard evenly over the cinnamon rolls in the baking dish, allowing the rolls to absorb the flavorful mixture.
- Bake the Casserole: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is lightly browned. A toothpick inserted in the center should come out clean.
- Prepare the Glaze: While the casserole bakes, mix the confectioners’ sugar with cream or milk until smooth and drizzle-able. Adjust consistency by adding more liquid or sugar as needed.
- Glaze the Casserole: Once out of the oven, allow the casserole to cool for 10 minutes, then drizzle the glaze over the warm casserole.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve warm, optionally topped with vanilla ice cream or whipped topping for an extra indulgent experience.
Notes
- Use pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling, to control the sweetness and spice level.
- To make this recipe dairy-free, substitute milk and cream with almond or oat milk and use dairy-free icing.
- For a stronger pumpkin flavor, add an extra 1/4 teaspoon of pumpkin pie spice.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated gently in the microwave.
- This casserole is best served warm for optimal texture and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 casserole
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0.1g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: pumpkin cinnamon roll casserole, fall breakfast recipe, cinnamon rolls, pumpkin recipes, easy brunch casserole