Description
Cinnamon roll french toast roll-ups combine classic breakfast comfort with sweet indulgence. Crisp exterior meets creamy filling, promising a delightful morning treat perfect for weekend brunch or special occasions. Enjoy these rolls that will delight your taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 slices white bread
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup (60 ml) milk
- 4 tbsps unsalted butter, softened
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- powdered sugar (for dusting)
- maple syrup or cream cheese icing (for serving)
Instructions
- Bread Preparation: Flatten bread slices with a rolling pin, creating a uniform surface for precise rolling.
- Cinnamon Filling Creation: Blend softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon into a smooth, aromatic mixture.
- Filling and Rolling: Spread cinnamon mixture evenly across bread slices, then tightly roll into compact cylinders, sealing the filling inside.
- Egg Wash Assembly: Whisk eggs, milk, and vanilla extract in a shallow bowl to create a rich, flavorful coating.
- Skillet Preparation: Heat skillet over medium flame, melt butter to create a golden cooking surface.
- Cooking Process: Dip rolled bread cylinders into egg wash, coating thoroughly, then place seam-side down in skillet. Cook 2-3 minutes per side until golden-brown, rotating to ensure even coloration.
- Cinnamon-Sugar Coating: Mix granulated sugar and ground cinnamon in a separate dish for a sweet, spicy exterior.
- Final Touches: While warm, roll cooked roll-ups in cinnamon-sugar mixture, ensuring complete coverage. Plate and optionally garnish with powdered sugar, maple syrup, or cream cheese icing.
Notes
- Flatten Bread Carefully: Use a rolling pin with gentle, even pressure to avoid tearing or creating holes in the bread slices, which could cause filling leakage.
- Prevent Filling Spillage: Seal roll-ups tightly and place seam-side down while cooking to keep the delicious cinnamon mixture securely inside.
- Maintain Even Cooking: Use medium heat and rotate roll-ups frequently to achieve a uniform golden-brown color without burning the exterior.
- Customize for Dietary Needs: Swap white bread with gluten-free alternatives, use plant-based milk and eggs for vegan versions, or replace sugar with low-calorie sweeteners for a lighter option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg