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This Bubble Up King Cake Smells Amazing

This Bubble Up King Cake Smells Amazing

Who doesn't love the smell of fresh baked goods? This easy Bubble Up King Cake Recipe will have your mouth watering as soon as you walk into the room. Throw together a batch with just six ingredients, and they're all things that most people already have in their kitchen! The secret ingredient here is fluffy delicious cinnamon rolls. They're the perfect base for this super easy King Cake recipe! This post may contain affiliate links.

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This easy recipe only requires a few basic steps but the result is a flavorful and fun cinnamon roll king cake casserole.

This would be the perfect dish to add to your Mardi Gras menu and is sure to become a staple anytime you're thinking of celebrating Crescent City cuisine.

Now let's talk about how to make this delicious breakfast or dessert recipe.

close up of bubble up king cake topped with purple, green and yellow sprinkles

BUBBLE UP KING CAKE RECIPE

This King Cake Bubble Up recipe is a more modern take on the traditional New Orleans type of cake. It's made with cinnamon rolls instead, which are easier to prepare and make for an incredible brunch or dessert casserole that will have everyone asking for the recipe.

BUBBLE UP KING CAKE INGREDIENTS

You only need a handful of simple ingredients to help you make this delicious King Cake recipe. Here is a quick list of the ingredients that are needed to make this delicious Mardi Gras recipe.

bubble up king cake ingredients on a marble countertop

Be sure to scroll down to the recipe card to print the full recipe instructions that include the exact measurements needed.

Cinnamon Rolls

Milk

Eggs

Vanilla Extract

Icing from Cinnamon Rolls

Yellow, Green, Purple Decorating Sugar

You might want to include a King Cake Plastic Baby for an extra touch.

That's all you need to make this simple and family-friendly recipe.

can of cinnamon rolls opened and being sliced on a small wooden cutting board

CINNAMON ROLL KING CAKE CASSEROLE TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

You only need a few simple tools to help you make this recipe.

9x13 Casserole Dish

Knife and Cutting Board 

Medium Mixing Bowl

Aluminum Foil

eggs, milk and vanilla extract mixing in a glass bowl being poured over a pan of cut up cinnamon rolls

HOW DO I STORE KING CAKE BUBBLE UP?

You can store this King Cake Bubble Up in an airtight container for up to two days. You can also freeze it and have your own personal Mardi Gras breakfast or dessert whenever you want it!

fully baked unfrosted bubble up king cake in a white baking dish with handles

WHAT KIND OF CINNAMON ROLLS SHOULD I USE?

I like to use the large Pillsbury Grands style cinnamon rolls as they are easier to pull apart the layers. However, you can also use the small cinnamon rolls that come 8 in a can.

purple sprinkles in a womans hand being sprinkles over a cooked and frosted bubble up king cake

CAN I JUST SPREAD THE FROSTING INSTEAD OF DRIZZLING IT?

Yes, though I have found that heating the frosting and drizzling it instead of spreading that you can get the frosting distributed more evenly in a thin sweet layer.

close up image of bubble up king cake with a tiny baby on top of the cooked casserole

What's not to love about king cake? The fluffy dough, the sweet filling, and the frosting on top. This recipe is perfect for any party or get-together. Be warned though this cake is addictive!

slice on bubble up king cake on a stack of three plates with sprinkles in the background

If you love sweet and delicious cinnamon recipes you may want to try these recipes, Cinnamon Swirl Pancake Bake, Cinnamon Vanilla Upside Down Iced Coffee, Cinnamon Roll Pops, and Cinnamon Dolce Frappuccino.

side view of a slice of bubble up king cake on top of three plates stacked together

Whether you're celebrating Mardi Gras or just looking for a new breakfast recipe, this King Cake Bubble Up Recipe is the perfect dish to try. It's easy and delicious with only six ingredients that are all things most people already have in their kitchen!

Before you print the recipe, you might want to add this Mardi Gras Candy Charcuterie Board to your party list, too!

cute tray of mardi gras candy with mini pinata

Follow these instructions closely and enjoy this delicious cinnamon roll recipe.

close up side view image of a piece of bubble up king cake on a white plate

Bubble Up King Cake

Yield: 12
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Chill Time: 8 hours
Total Time: 8 hours 30 minutes

Looking for a fun Mardi Gras dessert that will wow your guests? Try this Bubble Up King Cake recipe! It's easy to make and sure to be a hit.

Ingredients

  • 2 cans cinnamon rolls
  • ½ cup milk
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Icing from cinnamon rolls
  • Yellow, green, purple decorating sugar

Instructions

  1. Grease a 9x 13 casserole pan with butter or non-stick spray. 
  2. Cut the cinnamon rolls into about six pieces each. Add the cinnamon rolls in an even layer in the casserole pan.
  3. In a medium mixing bowl, stir together the milk, eggs, and vanilla. Pour this mixture over the cinnamon rolls.
  4. Cover the pan and place the casserole in the fridge overnight. 
  5. Preheat oven to 375°F. 
  6. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until golden brown. Allow the casserole to cool for 4 to 6 minutes.
  7. Place the icing into a small microwave-safe container and microwave for 10 seconds until it's thin enough to pour.
  8. Drizzle the icing over the casserole and sprinkle with the decorating sugar.

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Nutrition Information
Yield 12 Serving Size 1
Amount Per Serving Calories 117Total Fat 5gSaturated Fat 2gTrans Fat 1gUnsaturated Fat 1gCholesterol 63mgSodium 206mgCarbohydrates 15gFiber 0gSugar 8gProtein 3g

This nutritional information is for reference only. We are not responsible for these calculations.

If you try it out, don't forget to tag @cutefetti with a photo on social media so we can see how this festive king cake turned out!

I hope you enjoy this delicious cinnamon roll king cake casserole recipe as much as we do!

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