Description
Cinnamon Roll French Toast Roll-Ups are a delightful breakfast treat that combines the best of cinnamon rolls and French toast. They are easy to make, customizable, and perfect for special mornings or brunch gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 slices white bread
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Powdered sugar or maple syrup (for serving)
Instructions
- Prep the Bread: Trim crusts off bread slices and roll them flat with a rolling pin.
- Spread the Filling: Mix softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Spread a thin layer over each slice.
- Roll ‘Em Up: Roll each slice tightly into a spiral.
- Make the Egg Mixture: Whisk eggs, milk, vanilla, and a pinch of salt.
- Dip and Coat: Dip each roll-up into the egg mixture.
- Cook to Perfection: Cook in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown.
- Serve and Enjoy: Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with maple syrup.
Notes
- Use slightly stale bread for better results.
- Don’t over-soak the rolls in the egg mixture.
- Keep the heat at medium to prevent burning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 roll-ups
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: cinnamon roll, French toast, breakfast, roll-ups, sweet breakfast, brunch, easy recipe