Easy Cinnamon Roll Bread Pudding Recipe

Turn leftover cinnamon rolls into a scrumptious cinnamon roll bread pudding in a snap! We love this leftover cinnamon roll bread pudding – start the night before and bake in the morning!

Okay, so I know not everyone will have leftover cinnamon rolls, but sometimes you do, ya know? And this is the perfect way to repurpose those cinnamon rolls into another comforting treat. 

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How to make bread pudding with cinnamon rolls

Step 1 | Prep pan and make egg custard

Butter or use spray oil to prep a 9×9 (or similar) square, rectangle, oval baking dish, or a 2 qt casserole dish.

In a separate bowl, add eggs, brown sugar, and vanilla to a large bowl and whisk to combine. Add the milk and half and half and continue whisking until all ingredients are evenly incorporated, and the mixture thickens. 

Step 2 | Pour custard and chill

Toss the cinnamon roll cubes into the baking dish and pour the bread pudding mixture on top. Press the cubes down to into the liquid, then cover the dish with aluminum or plastic wrap.

Let the cinnamon roll pieces and custard chill in the refrigerator for at least a couple of hours or overnight to continue the recipe the next day. 

Step 3 |  Bake and set

When ready to bake bring cinnamon roll bread pudding to room temp while you preheat the oven to 350°F (175° C). Bake for 45 to 60 minutes until golden brown, and the custard is slightly jiggly in the center but set. Let it rest for 15 to 20 minutes.

Step 4 | Add sauce and enjoy!

Make the vanilla butter sauce as the bread pudding cools – we call it liquid gold! Add the butter, heavy cream, and sugar to a saucepan on low heat. Once the ingredients start to simmer, constantly stir until the sugar is dissolved into the melted butter and cream, and you achieve a syrup-like consistency, easily coating the back of a wooden spoon.

Then, remove the glaze and stir in the vanilla and cinnamon. Spoon the cinnamon vanilla butter sauce over the warm bread pudding and dig in! This is optional of course, but it will wow you! You can also make this creme anglaise which is a classic on bread pudding. 

Make ahead cinnamon roll bread pudding

Cinnamon roll bread pudding is an excellent recipe to make ahead for a party, holiday meals, or brunch with friends and family.

Prepare, cover it in plastic wrap, then refrigerate it overnight or for up to 24 hours. Before baking the following day, let the bread pudding sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes, then follow the instructions to complete the recipe.

What should I do if my bread pudding is too dry?

When your bread pudding is a little too dry, add more of the sweet sauce or serve it with a cold scoop of ice cream. The ingredients will easily absorb the ice cream or sauce and moisten. Or add a touch of heavy cream, just a few tablespoons drizzled over the top, like that TikTok recipe! Cover with foil and reheat.

Check out more easy recipes, like a twist on classic bread pudding, Chocolate Bread and Butter Pudding, delicious No-Bake Banana Pudding, or rich and chocolatey Oreo Pudding Dessert with homemade cool whip.

Variations & Substitutions

Gluten-Free Bread Pudding

Easily make a gluten-free bread pudding by making your favorite gluten-free cinnamon rolls and ensuring the vanilla extract is certified gluten-free. All the other ingredients are good to go!

Dairy-Free Cinnamon Roll Bread Pudding

Use a non-dairy milk alternative, like almond milk, coconut milk, or soy milk, and a butter alternative, like coconut oil or plant-based butter spread.

Tasty Bread Pudding Add-ins

Customize your bread pudding with extra ingredients to add texture and flavor. Try raisins, chopped nuts, or diced fruit, like crisp apples. Mix them in or sprinkle them on top of the bread pudding.

Substitutions

• Try drizzling the bread pudding with my creme anglaise or this flavorful Salted Caramel Bourbon Vanilla Sauce. 
• Or, make it extra easy with a simple milk and powdered sugar icing: ½ cups powdered sugar with a few teaspoons of milk or water, whisking to combine.
• Replace the vanilla extract with my Homemade Bourbon Vanilla Extract for a slightly different flavor profile. 
• I like to use cane sugar, but coconut sugar, white sugar, and other sugar alternatives also work.
• If you need an egg-free custard, try some common egg replacements, like mashed banana, apple sauce, or yogurt.
• For something different, top the recipe with cream cheese frosting instead of glaze, complimenting the cinnamon rolls.
• No leftover cinnamon rolls, this works great with stale leftover cubed cinnamon swirl bread too!

Storage Tips

How long does bread pudding last in the fridge?

If you have leftover cinnamon roll bread pudding, store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. 

Can you freeze bread pudding?

Sure! Let it cool completely, then wrap it in plastic wrap and aluminum foil to store for about a month in the freezer. Instead of freezing the entire dish, try portioning it into individual servings for easier thawing and reheating.

How to reheat bread pudding?

Warm up the leftovers by heating portions in the microwave for 30 seconds at a time. Alternatively, return it to the oven, cover with foil, and bake for just 20 to 30 minutes. If frozen, first let it thaw overnight in the fridge.

Breakfasts to serve with cinnamon roll bread pudding

Pair this sweet breakfast treat with savory dishes like my Tater Tot Egg Casserole No Meat, Crispy Diced Hash Browns Recipe, or this recipe for Gluten Free Chile Relleno Casserole.

More scrumptious cinnamon sweets

• Butterscotch Cinnamon Pie Recipe
• Cinnamon Crunch Scones
• Cinnamon Swirl Bundt Cake
• Overnight Cinnamon Crunch French Toast
• Cinnamon Roll Casserole

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