Berry French Toast Bake

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Berry french toast bake is the perfect blend of cinnamon rolls, berries and custard. Top it with a little powdered sugar or syrup for a prefect breakfast treat.

Casserole dish filled with cinnamon roll and berry french toast bake, ready to be served.

If you are looking for a wonderful but easy brunch treat, this berry french toast bake with cinnamon rolls is the perfect recipe. It comes together really quickly but packs a tasty flavor punch.

It would be perfect for a holiday breakfast. You mom would love it for a Mother’s Day brunch.

You could also make it as a breakfast for dinner along with some scrambled eggs. It is sure to be a hit no matter the occasion.

Why We Love This Cinnamon Roll French Toast Casserole

This yummy breakfast bake is everything we love about french toast mixed with everything we love about cinnamon rolls. Then there are berries tossed in to make it even better.

Unlike most french toast casseroles, this one does not need to be assembled ahead of time. You can assemble it and then bake it right away.

Refrigerated cinnamon roll dough cut into pieces and put in casserole dish.

Mixing bowl with cream, eggs, sugar, and cinnamon ready to be mixed together and added to cinnamon rolls.

However, if you want to do the work ahead of time you certainly can. Prep it the night before and refrigerate it until the morning.

All you have to do in the morning is let it sit out while the oven preheats to take the chill off. Then just add a couple of minutes to the bake time.

Baked cinnamon roll french toast casserole with berries.

You can change up the fruit to use your favorites. Chopped strawberries or blackberries work well too.

You can even use frozen berries if you want. You can even leave the fruit off if you want, this recipe is really adaptable.

If you want to go all out, make some maple whipped cream to go on top. It really is the perfect combination!

Leftovers

Luckily this casserole reheats well, so there is no need to worry about making the full batch.

Store the leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 or 5 days. For longer storage, wrap individual pieces and freeze for up to 3 months.

A quick trip to the microwave is all that will stand between you and a tasty breakfast.

Cinnamon roll french toast casserole with berries and powdered sugar, ready to eat.

Can I use almond milk instead of cream?

Yes, you can use half and half or your favorite milk alternative as well. But cream will give you the richest texture.

More Great Brunch Bakes

For a sweet and savory option, try making a Monte Cristo bake. It is such a fun option that make a great breakfast or dinner.

If savory is more your style, try making a sausage and hash brown egg casserole. It is my husband’s favorite egg bake.

Bite of cinnamon roll french toast casserole with berries on fork, ready to eat.

For a different twist on cinnamon rolls, try making old fashioned butter rolls. They are like a no-rise cinnamon roll that bakes in their own sauce.

Check out my collection of breakfast recipes for more inspiration.

Yield: 12 Servings

Berry French Toast

Berry french toast bake is the perfect blend of cinnamon rolls, berries and custard. Top it with a little powdered sugar or syrup for a prefect breakfast treat.

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 35 minutes

Total Time 45 minutes

Ingredients

2 17.5 oz. tubes refrigerated cinnamon rolls
4 large eggs
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup light brown sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 teaspoons cinnamon
pinch salt
1 cup blueberries
1 cup raspberries

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Cut the cinnamon rolls into fourths and put in the prepared baking dish.
In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, cream, brown sugar, cinnamon, salt and vanilla. Pour over cinnamon rolls.
Sprinkle berries over the top of the mixture. This is a great time to add chopped nuts if desired.
Bake 30-40 minutes or until the tops is golden and the center is set.
Top with powdered sugar, maple syrup, or whipped cream if desired.