Cinnamon Roll Brains Recipe

This cinnamon roll brains recipe is perfect for Halloween - absolutely delicious, creepy, and easy to make! Create this brain-shaped cinnamon roll casserole for your spooky celebrations this year.

4.50 from 2 votes

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 30

Total Time: 40

Author: Heather Painchaud

Servings: 8 servings

Ingredients

2 - 17.5 oz containers of Pillsbury Grands Cinnamon Rolls
Non-stick baking spray
Red food coloring

Instructions

Open the two cans of dough and set aside the icing. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
Unroll each of the large cinnamon rolls almost to the center.
Spray a 10" round casserole dish with cooking spray.
Place half of the cinnamon roll dough in folds to one side of the baking dish.
Repeat on the other side of the dish with the remaining dough. Leave a 1/2" space down the center.
Bake for 30 minutes or until the top turns golden brown.
Mix a drop of red food coloring with the icing in a medium bowl.
Top the cinnamon roll casserole with the pink icing using a butter knife.
Cut into wedges and serve or have party guests simply pull the brain casserole apart with a fork.

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Notes

For the best results, use Pillsbury Grands. They are extra fluffy and hold their shape better than off-brand cinnamon rolls.
Use gel food coloring for a more vibrant, blood-red look to the icing.
Prep the rolls the night before, cover, and bake fresh in the morning for an easy Halloween breakfast.
For extra gooey “brains”, pour 1/2 cup of heavy whipping cream over the unbaked cinnamon rolls before they go in the oven. It soaks into the dough while baking, making the centers irresistibly soft and melt-in-your-mouth delicious!
A silicone baking mat under your dish can help prevent over-browning.

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