Description

Challah Cinnamon Roll Breakfast Casserole is a delightful fusion of rich challah bread and aromatic cinnamon, perfect for brunch gatherings or lazy mornings. This easy-to-make casserole transforms everyday ingredients into a show-stopping dish that will impress your family and friends. With each bite, experience the comforting sweetness and buttery texture that brings warmth to any occasion.

Ingredients

Scale

8 cups challah bread, cubed
8 large eggs
2 cups whole milk (or almond/oat milk)
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/4 cup melted butter
Optional: 1/2 cup toasted pecans

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
Cube the challah bread and arrange it evenly in the dish.
In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, brown sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and melted butter until smooth.
Pour the egg mixture over the bread cubes, ensuring all pieces are soaked.
Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least one hour or overnight.
Remove cover and bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown and puffed up.
Let cool slightly before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 150g)
Calories: 300
Sugar: 15g
Sodium: 220mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 8g
Cholesterol: 175mg

Keywords: For an extra flavor twist, add chocolate chips or fresh fruit like berries to the mixture. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days or freeze for up to two months.