Description
This Cinnamon Roll Bread Pudding is the perfect combination of gooey cinnamon rolls and creamy baked custard. Every bite is warm, sweet, and comforting — like a hug from the oven. Perfect for brunches, holidays, or cozy evenings, it’s an easy dessert that turns simple ingredients into something irresistible.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–5 baked cinnamon rolls (homemade or store-bought), cut into cubes
- 3 large eggs
- 1 ½ cups heavy cream (or whole milk)
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons melted butter (for greasing and richness)
- 1 cup icing or glaze (for topping)
- Optional add-ins: ½ cup chopped pecans, raisins, or chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.
- Prepare the Cinnamon Rolls: If using leftover cinnamon rolls, cut them into bite-sized pieces and place them evenly in the baking dish. If using canned rolls, bake first, cool, then cube.
- Make the Custard: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, cream, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until smooth.
- Combine and Soak: Pour the custard mixture over the cinnamon roll cubes. Press gently so the rolls soak up the liquid. Let sit for 10 minutes.
- Bake: Bake uncovered for 35–40 minutes, until the top is golden and the center is set but still soft.
- Cool Slightly: Let the pudding rest for 10 minutes before drizzling with icing or glaze.
- Serve: Serve warm with extra glaze, whipped cream, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate dessert.
Notes
To make ahead, assemble the pudding the night before and refrigerate. Bake fresh in the morning. Store leftovers covered in the fridge for up to 4 days and reheat before serving. For a fall twist, add diced apples or a touch of pumpkin spice to the custard.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (1/6th of dish)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 110mg