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October 10, 2014 By Cris

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Are you looking for a crock pot recipe for the cinnamon roll lovers in your family? Our Crock Pot Cinnamon Roll Casserole recipe is a simple breakfast treat!

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Growing up, every Sunday my mom would throw a tube of cinnamon rolls in the oven while we all rushed to get ready for church. While they were not homemade by any means, it always felt like a special treat. These days, as a mother rushing around on Sunday mornings myself, I can’t imagine getting the rolls in a pan, in the oven and perfectly baked–not burned –before we head out the door. Yep, we are more of a granola bar as we head out the door kind of family.

So when I saw this recipe for Crock Pot Cinnamon Roll Casserole, it brought back all kinds of memories because it too used those cinnamon rolls my mom would make each week. So I decided to give it a try when we had a lazy morning at home.

This Cinnamon Roll Casserole definitely didn’t disappoint! The hubs and I both thought it tasted a lot like a yummy flan on the bottom with a delicious layer of cinnamon rolls on top. Definitely a keeper!

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How to Make Cinnamon Roll Casseroles in a Slow Cooker

NOTE: if you are not a flan fan you HAVE to try our Crock Pot Cinnamon Roll French Toast… it is our absolute favorite way to cook up cinnamon rolls in the crock pot!

Psst… Here is a great video of that recipe:

Notes on Cinnamon Roll Casserole

We found this recipe in Gooseberry Patch’sSlow-Cooker Christmas Favorites.
I love the non-stick surface of this slow cooker for recipes like this, however, any 5-6qt slow cooker will work just fine.
It is highly recommended you first try this recipe when you are able to keep a close eye on it. Every slow cooker cooks differently, so the times listed are just a guide.
Additionally, make sure that your first layer of rolls cover the entire bottom of your pan so your egg mixture can cook into the rolls, rather than below them.
For more tips on making successful breakfast slow cooker recipes, please see our tip series.
See the video in this post for an updated twist on this recipe: Crock Pot Cinnamon Roll French Toast.
Looking for more recipes? OurRecipe Findercan help you find exactly what you need.
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As with any of our recipes, carb counts, calorie counts andnutritionalinformation varies greatly. As a result, yournutritionalcontent depends on which products you choose to use when cooking this dish.The auto-calculation is just an automated estimate and should NOT be used for specific dietary needs.
All slow cookers cook differently, so cooking times are always a basic guideline. Recipes shouldalways be tested first in your own slow cooker and time adjusted as needed.

Crock Pot Cinnamon Roll Casserole Recipe

Are you looking for a crock pot recipe for the cinnamon roll lovers in your family? Our Crock Pot Cinnamon Roll Casserole recipe is a simple breakfast treat!

4.87 from 112 votes

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Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Crock Pot Cinnamon Roll Casserole

Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 2 hours hours 30 minutes minutes

Total Time: 2 hours hours 40 minutes minutes

Servings: 8 servings

Calories: 373kcal

Author: Cris

Ingredients

24 oz tubes of cinnamon rolls (2 – 12oz tubes) cut into quarters- divided
4 eggs
1/2 cup whipping cream
3 tablespoon maple syrup
2 teaspoon vanilla
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg

Instructions

Spray your 6-quart crock with cooking spray. (I used my Searing Slow Cooker)
Place a layer of cinnamon roll pieces to cover the bottom of your slow cooker completely. (Reserve icing packets)
Beat eggs, cream, maple syrup, vanilla and spices until blended well.
Pour evenly over the rolls in the slow cooker.
Place remaining roll pieces on top and spoon one packet of icing evenly over rolls.
Cover and cook on low for 2 1/2 to 3 hours or until sides are golden and rolls are set.
Drizzle remaining icing over top and serve warm.

Video

Notes

Best served warm.
We found this recipe in Gooseberry Patch’sSlow-Cooker Christmas Favorites.
I love the non-stick surface of this slow cooker for recipes like this, however, any 5-6qt slow cooker will work just fine.
It is highly recommended you first try this recipe when you are able to keep a close eye on it. Every slow cooker cooks differently, so the times listed are just a guide.
Additionally, make sure that your first layer of rolls cover the entire bottom of your pan so your egg mixture can cook into the rolls, rather than below them.
For more tips on making successful breakfast slow cooker recipes, please see our tip series.
See the video in this post for an updated twist on this recipe: Crock Pot Cinnamon Roll French Toast.
Looking for more recipes? OurRecipe Findercan help you find exactly what you need.
Check out all our favorite recommendations for cookbooks, slow cookers and low carb essentials in ourAmazon Influencer Shop.
As with any of our recipes, carb counts, calorie counts andnutritionalinformation varies greatly. As a result, yournutritionalcontent depends on which products you choose to use when cooking this dish.The auto-calculation is just an automated estimate and should NOT be used for specific dietary needs.
All slow cookers cook differently, so cooking times are always a basic guideline. Recipes shouldalways be tested first in your own slow cooker and time adjusted as needed.

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Kelly Lynne says
November 8, 2014 at 6:26 pm

Yummy, plus Added raisins 🙂
- Cris says
  November 8, 2014 at 10:14 pm
  
  What a great idea! Yum!!
Brenna says
November 8, 2014 at 2:10 pm

I don’t usually keep whipping cream on hand, but always have plenty of liquid Caramel-Vaniila or Creme Brûlée coffee creamer. Do you think that would be a valid substitution? Also I’m curious as to a particular crockpot size.
- dara says
  November 8, 2014 at 5:43 pm
  
  I always use coffee creamer in things. Gives such a unique flavor! But, I’d recommend using half whipping cream, half coffee creamer. Can get a bit sweet.
- Cris says
  November 8, 2014 at 10:07 pm
  
  Hi Brenna-
  I’ve never tried coffee creamer so I really don’t know. We made this in a 6 qt slow cooker. Enjoy and let me know how the creamer works out ;).
Lynn M says
November 8, 2014 at 12:07 pm

I wonder if these could be done in a dutch oven?
- Cris says
  November 8, 2014 at 10:13 pm
  
  Lynn-
  I’m sure you could. I would test it out at 350 for about 30 minutes… just watching it closely until you are sure on the time.
  Good luck!
Laura says
November 8, 2014 at 10:28 am

What size crock pot / slow cooker works best?
- Cris says
  November 8, 2014 at 10:08 pm
  
  Hi Laura-
  We made this in our 6 qt.
  Enjoy!
claire says
November 7, 2014 at 9:29 pm

Looks yummy only I don’t think we can buy the packs of cinnamon rolls here in the UK 🙁
- Cris says
  November 8, 2014 at 10:11 pm
  
  So sorry Claire 🙁
- candice says
  November 9, 2014 at 9:59 am
  
  Try making a scone dough with cinnamon! Its about the same consistency!
Cheryl Twiss says
November 7, 2014 at 2:14 pm

Looking forward to great, easy recipes! Thanks!
- Cris says
  November 8, 2014 at 10:08 pm
  
  Enjoy!!
Lora Wylie says
November 7, 2014 at 1:00 pm

Can you double the recipe and it still cook right and how much longer would I have to cook it?
- Cris says
  November 8, 2014 at 10:10 pm
  
  I have not doubled before so I don’t really know. I would just set a timer for the normal time and keep an eye on it from that point forward. Good luck!
Josh says
November 6, 2014 at 12:19 pm

Have you done it using egg whites?
- Cris says
  November 6, 2014 at 10:36 pm
  
  Haven’t tried it… Let me know how it goes. Enjoy!
Jaime says
November 6, 2014 at 12:48 am

If you don’t use pancake syrup then what kind of maple syrup are you talking about? What brand did you use? Thx
- Cris says
  November 6, 2014 at 10:42 pm
  
  Hi Jamie- When folks say “pancake syrup” it can mean products beyond just pure maple syrup (which is located in the same aisle but tastes a bit different). I used the generic brand from my walmart. It just says “Pure Maple Syrup” on it.
Belle Knox says
November 5, 2014 at 10:18 pm

I cannot give this recipe a high rating – as the final product was very unappealing.
I replaced the tubes of cinnamon rolls with a package of Lipton Matzo Ball Soup and a can of tunafish – as that is what I had on hand.
I replaced the cream and eggs with Bailey’s and some leftover Cadbury eggs from last Easter.
I kept the spices the same and added some chopped pecans like an earlier poster thought about.
After about 2 hours in the crock pot – the smell was overwhelming the house. I had a quick taste and set the crockpot outside. The neighborhood opossums and raccoons didn’t seem to touch it. I trust their judgement.
Next time, I’ll probably try the tunafish in the packets rather than a can to see if that is any better.
- Jana says
  November 6, 2014 at 8:25 pm
  
  Awesome 🙂
- Amanda says
  November 6, 2014 at 9:42 pm
  
  try leaving out the tunafish it’s a desert casserol.
- Cynthia Gae says
  November 6, 2014 at 10:25 pm
  
  Funny girl….. !!! HaHaHa
- Cris says
  November 6, 2014 at 10:35 pm
  
  Hi Belle-
  I think you hit the nail on the head… it is definitely the canned tuna. The packets will totally make the difference.
  Not sure what’s up with your wildlife though… our raccoons go nuts over the stuff.
  Let me know how your second batch turns out! Enjoy!
- Jelka says
  November 7, 2014 at 6:10 am
  
  Excuse me but…TUNA??????? Are you Rachel from Friends? 😉

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