Tasty French Toast Roll-Ups

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Quick breakfast blend of French toast and cinnamon rolls. 25-minute prep. Yields 10 rolls.
Barbara Chef
Updated on Sun, 11 May 2025 15:22:25 GMT
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Turn ordinary sandwich bread into luxurious morning treats packed with sweet cinnamon filling and soaked in tasty French toast mix.

Must-Have Components:

  • Soft white bread: Perfect for easy rolling
  • Brown sugar: Gives sweet interior
  • Good cinnamon: The star flavor
  • Eggs: Creates custardy coating
  • Whole milk: Makes it silky
  • Vanilla extract: Adds depth
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Step-by-Step Guide:

Get Bread Ready
Cut off all crusts
Press each slice flat
Store under towel until needed
Handle one slice at a time
Mix Sweet Filling
Combine cinnamon with brown sugar
Spread melted butter on bread
Add filling across surface
Keep one edge clean for closing
Form and Coat
Roll firmly from the bottom up
Press edges down to stick
Soak in egg mixture
Allow extra to drip away
Brown Everything
Warm pan to medium heat
Cook with seam facing down first
Rotate to color all sides
Dust with cinnamon sugar mix

Keeping Leftovers:

Eat right away for best taste. You can freeze the uncooked rolls too.

Tasty Companions:

Add real maple syrup and some sliced fresh fruit.

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Pro Pointers:

  • Stick with medium heat setting
  • Cook a few at a time
  • Keep waiting rolls covered up
  • Don't let them sit in batter too long

We've found that rolling them just right and watching your cooking temperature makes these breakfast bites turn out amazing every time.

Frequently Asked Questions

→ Why use fresh bread?
It bends without cracking. Stale bread crumbles.
→ Can these be prepped ahead?
Absolutely. Freeze them up to a month. Warm them in the oven.
→ Which bread works best?
Soft white sandwich bread is ideal.
→ Why cut off crusts?
Keeps the rolls smooth and evenly textured.
→ How should I serve them?
Top with maple syrup, powdered sugar, or sprinkle more cinnamon sugar.

Cinnamon French Toast

Cinnamon-sweet rolled toast—great for a fancy breakfast.

Prep Time
15 Minutes
Cook Time
10 Minutes
Total Time
25 Minutes

Category: Breakfast

Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: American

Yield: 3 Servings (10 roll-ups)

Dietary: Vegetarian

Ingredients

→ Base for Rolls

01 Soft bread slices, crusts trimmed
02 Butter, melted
03 Cinnamon, ground
04 Brown sugar

→ Coating Mix

05 Milk
06 Eggs, large
07 Ground cinnamon
08 Vanilla flavoring

→ For Frying

09 Butter for the pan

Instructions

Step 01

Trim crusts, then press each piece flat with a rolling pin.

Step 02

Combine sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter. Smear onto bread without covering edges.

Step 03

Tightly roll the bread and seal the ends firmly.

Step 04

Beat together vanilla, eggs, milk, and cinnamon.

Step 05

Dunk rolls in the coating and fry in butter until golden brown.

Notes

  1. Pick fresh, soft bread for the best results.
  2. Don’t soak the rolls in egg mixture too long.
  3. These can be frozen and reheated later.

Tools You'll Need

  • Rolling tool
  • A skillet with a non-stick surface
  • Knife that’s sharp
  • Wide shallow dishes

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Has dairy
  • Has eggs
  • Has wheat