Description

This Cinnamon Roll Bread Pudding is a cozy, indulgent dessert perfect for warming up any day. Combining the sweet, spicy flavors of cinnamon rolls with a rich custard bake, this recipe creates a soft and golden treat that’s delicious served warm with a drizzle of icing. Ideal for breakfast or dessert, it beautifully marries the texture of bread pudding with the classic taste of cinnamon rolls.

Ingredients

Scale

Cinnamon Roll Base

4 cups Cinnamon Rolls, chopped into bite-sized pieces

Custard Mixture

2 cups Milk (whole milk for creamier texture)
1 cup Heavy Cream (or substitute with half-and-half)
4 large Eggs
3/4 cup Granulated Sugar (or use brown sugar for richness)
2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract (pure vanilla preferred)
2 teaspoons Ground Cinnamon (adjust to taste)
1/4 teaspoon Salt

Add-Ins and Topping

1 cup Raisins or Chopped Nuts (optional)
1 cup Icing (for drizzling before serving)

Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the bread pudding.
Prepare Cinnamon Rolls: Cut the cinnamon rolls into bite-sized pieces and set them aside for mixing later.
Mix Custard: In a large bowl, whisk together the milk, heavy cream, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Combine: Fold the chopped cinnamon rolls into the custard mixture gently until all pieces are well coated.
Add Optional Ingredients: If desired, add raisins or chopped nuts at this point, mixing gently to distribute evenly.
Prepare Baking Dish: Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish lightly and pour the cinnamon roll and custard mixture into it, spreading it out evenly.
Bake: Place the baking dish into the preheated oven and bake for 40-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool: Remove from oven and let the bread pudding cool for 10-15 minutes; this helps it to set for easier serving.
Drizzle Icing: Drizzle the icing evenly over the top of the warm bread pudding for added sweetness and decoration.
Serve: Slice the bread pudding into squares and serve warm for the best texture and flavor.

Notes

For a dairy-free version, substitute milk and heavy cream with plant-based alternatives such as almond or oat milk.
You can swap granulated sugar for brown sugar to add a deeper caramel flavor.
Adjust the amount of cinnamon to your taste preference, adding more for a spicier kick.
Raisins or nuts are optional but add wonderful texture and flavor; walnuts or pecans work especially well.
If you prefer a less sweet dish, reduce the icing drizzle or omit it entirely.
To make ahead, prepare the mixture and refrigerate overnight before baking.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Cinnamon Roll Bread Pudding, Breakfast Dessert, Cinnamon, Bread Pudding Recipe, Cozy Dessert