Description
Cinnamon Roll French Toast Roll-Ups are a delicious twist on classic French toast, featuring soft white bread rolled with a cinnamon-sugar mixture, dipped in a vanilla egg batter, and pan-fried until golden and crispy. Perfect as a sweet breakfast treat or dessert, they can be topped with maple syrup, powdered sugar, or whipped cream for an extra indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
Bread and Filling
- 8 slices soft white bread
- 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp softened butter (for spreading)
Egg Batter
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
For Frying and Serving
- 2 tbsp butter (for frying)
- Optional toppings: maple syrup, powdered sugar, whipped cream
Instructions
- Prepare workstation: Gather all your ingredients and necessary tools, such as a rolling pin, two mixing bowls, and a skillet, to streamline the cooking process.
- Make cinnamon sugar mixture: In a small bowl, thoroughly combine the ground cinnamon and granulated sugar; this mixture will add the signature sweet and spicy flavor to the roll-ups.
- Prepare bread slices: Using a rolling pin, flatten each slice of soft white bread gently to make it easier to roll. Spread a thin layer of softened butter over one side of each flattened slice.
- Add cinnamon sugar and roll: Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the buttered side of the bread slices. Then, tightly roll each slice into a cylinder shape, securing the filling inside.
- Mix egg batter: In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, and pure vanilla extract until smooth and well combined. This mixture will coat the rolls and create a crispy exterior when fried.
- Fry the roll-ups: Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium heat. Dip each cinnamon roll-up into the egg mixture, making sure all sides are coated. Place them in the hot skillet and cook, turning occasionally, until all sides are golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Serve: Once cooked, remove the roll-ups from the skillet and serve immediately. Top with optional maple syrup, powdered sugar, or whipped cream for extra sweetness and presentation.
Notes
- Flattening the bread helps to create a smooth roll and prevents tearing.
- Use softened butter for easy spreading on bread.
- Ensure the skillet is properly heated before frying to avoid soggy roll-ups.
- These roll-ups are best enjoyed fresh but can be kept warm in a low oven for a short time.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute the white bread with gluten-free bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll-up
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: Cinnamon Roll French Toast, French Toast Roll-Ups, Sweet Breakfast, Cinnamon Sugar Roll-Ups, Easy Breakfast Recipes
