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Cozy Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Casserole Recipe with Easy Maple Glaze

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A warm and comforting fall breakfast casserole combining pumpkin-spiced custard with cinnamon rolls, topped with a silky maple cream cheese glaze. Perfect for cozy autumn mornings or festive brunches.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (12 count) package refrigerated cinnamon rolls with icing (preferably Pillsbury)
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
  • 1/2 cup whole milk (or any milk of your choice)
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice (or a blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves)
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened (Philadelphia brand recommended)
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 3 tbsp pure maple syrup (grade A dark preferred)
  • 1–2 tbsp milk, to thin glaze as needed

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. Open the cinnamon rolls package and cut each roll into quarters (about 4 pieces per roll).
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, milk, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, and pumpkin pie spice until smooth and well combined.
  4. Spread the cut cinnamon roll pieces evenly in the prepared baking dish.
  5. Pour the pumpkin custard mixture over the rolls, ensuring all pieces are coated. Let sit for 10 minutes to soak.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the custard is set (a knife inserted should come out clean).
  7. While baking, beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and maple syrup until smooth. Add milk one tablespoon at a time to reach desired pourable consistency.
  8. Once baked and slightly cooled (about 10 minutes), drizzle the maple cream cheese glaze generously over the casserole.
  9. Serve warm for best flavor and texture.

Notes

[‘Letting the rolls soak in the pumpkin custard before baking is key for a soft, custardy texture.’, ‘Use room temperature eggs and milk to avoid curdling.’, ‘Watch baking time closely to prevent drying out; the center should jiggle slightly when done.’, ‘Soften cream cheese before making glaze to avoid lumps.’, ‘Adjust glaze consistency with milk or powdered sugar as needed.’, ‘For extra flavor and texture, toast pecans or walnuts and sprinkle on top before glazing.’, ‘Broil casserole for 1-2 minutes after baking for a crispier top, watching carefully.’]

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Keywords: pumpkin cinnamon roll casserole, pumpkin spice, maple cream cheese glaze, fall breakfast, autumn brunch, easy casserole, pumpkin dessert

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