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Cinnamon Roll French Toast Casserole

Cinnamon Roll French Toast Casserole

A delightful French toast casserole using expired cinnamon rolls, reducing food waste and ensuring food safety.

Prep time:
10 minutes
Cook time:
30 minutes
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 6-8 expired cinnamon rolls
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
  2. Cut the expired cinnamon rolls into small pieces and place them in the greased baking dish.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, salt, and maple syrup.
  4. Pour the egg mixture over the cinnamon roll pieces, making sure all the pieces are coated.
  5. If desired, sprinkle the chopped nuts over the top.
  6. Cover the baking dish with foil and let it sit in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour or overnight.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the French toast is golden brown and set.
  8. Allow the casserole to cool slightly before serving. Drizzle with additional maple syrup if desired.
  9. Serve warm and enjoy!
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy
Cinnamon Roll Pancakes

Cinnamon Roll Pancakes

A unique twist on classic pancakes using slightly expired cinnamon rolls, reducing food waste and ensuring food safety.

Prep time:
15 minutes
Cook time:
20 minutes
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups buttermilk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 slightly expired cinnamon rolls, cut into small pieces

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
  3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
  4. Gently fold in the small pieces of slightly expired cinnamon rolls.
  5. Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat.
  6. Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake.
  7. Cook until bubbles form on the surface of the pancake, then flip and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Serve the cinnamon roll pancakes warm with syrup and a sprinkle of powdered sugar.
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy
Cinnamon Bread Pudding

Cinnamon Bread Pudding

A delicious bread pudding made with expired cinnamon rolls, reducing food waste and ensuring food safety.

Prep time:
15 minutes
Cook time:
40 minutes
Servings:
6

Ingredients

  • 4-5 expired cinnamon rolls
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup raisins (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
  2. Cut the expired cinnamon rolls into small pieces and place them in the greased baking dish.
  3. In a medium saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until hot but not boiling.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt.
  5. Slowly pour the hot milk into the egg mixture, whisking constantly.
  6. Pour the mixture over the cinnamon roll pieces in the baking dish. Press down gently to make sure all the pieces are soaked.
  7. If desired, sprinkle the raisins over the top.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the pudding is set and golden brown on top.
  9. Allow the bread pudding to cool slightly before serving. Serve warm or at room temperature.
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⚠️Difficulty level: medium

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