Description
A comforting casserole made with Hawaiian sweet rolls, eggs, and a creamy custard, perfect for family gatherings or leisurely weekends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 Hawaiian sweet rolls, cut into cubes
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained (optional)
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut (optional)
- Powdered sugar for serving
- Maple syrup for serving
- Fresh butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Place the cubed Hawaiian rolls in the prepared baking dish. If using, sprinkle the crushed pineapple and shredded coconut evenly over the top.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the cubed rolls, ensuring all pieces are soaked. Gently press down with a spatula to help the rolls absorb the liquid.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and let it sit for 15 minutes.
- Bake covered for 25 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes.
- Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before dusting with powdered sugar and serving with warm maple syrup.
Notes
For best results, use day-old rolls to improve custard absorption. Let fresh rolls sit for 20-30 minutes before soaking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: casserole, breakfast, French toast, Hawaiian rolls, comfort food