Low Carb, High Protein Cinnamon Roll Casserole

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Total Time 35 mins
Cooking Method:
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Difficulty: Beginner
Cooking Temp: 350  F
Servings: 6
Calories: 255
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year
Dietary: Refined Sugar Free, Soy Free
Ingredients
    Cinnamon Roll Casserole
  • 1 package Eat Royo cinnamon rolls (6 rolls - Discount code "COOKINGKATIELADY")
  • 3 eggs (large, organic)
  • 1/2 cup milk (organic grass fed whole milk or milk of choice. Use almond or oat if dairy free)
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp butter (or coconut oil, melted for greasing the pan)
    • Streusel Topping
  • 2 tbsp butter (or coconut oil, softened)
  • 1/4 cup brown monk fruit sweetener
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 cup pecans (chopped)
Instructions
  1. 1
    Dice the cinnamon rolls into small bite sized cubes and set aside.
  2. 2
    In a medium mixing bowl or large measuring cup, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until fully combined.
  3. 3
    Use a pastry brush to evenly coat the bottom and sides of your casserole dish with the melted butter or coconut oil.
  4. 4
    Add the diced cinnamon rolls to the prepared dish.
  5. 5
    Pour the egg mixture evenly over the cinnamon roll pieces.
  6. 6
    Gently toss or press the pieces so every cube is well coated with the custard.
  7. 7
    In a small bowl, mix together all of the streusel topping ingredients until crumbly.
  8. 8
    Sprinkle the streusel evenly over the casserole.
  9. 9
    Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or up to overnight so the custard can fully soak in.
  10. 10
    When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 350°F.
  11. 11
    Bake uncovered for about 25 minutes, until the center is set and the top is lightly golden.
  12. 12
    Let cool for 10 minutes, then drizzle with icing or your favorite syrup before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Serving Size 1/6th casserole

Amount Per Serving
Calories 255kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 15.2g24%
Saturated Fat 5.5g28%
Cholesterol 150.6mg51%
Sodium 464.3mg20%
Total Carbohydrate 36.2g13%
Dietary Fiber 16.1g65%
Sugars 4.1g
Protein 14.2g29%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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