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Cinnamon Roll French Toast Roll-Ups
John

Cinnamon Roll French Toast Roll-Ups

A delightful breakfast mashup combining the best of cinnamon rolls and French toast. Soft bread rolled with buttery cinnamon-sugar filling, dipped in vanilla egg batter, and pan-fried until golden and crispy.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 10 roll-ups
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American, French
Calories: 185

Ingredients
  

For the Roll-Ups
  • 10 slices white sandwich bread crusts removed
  • 3 tablespoons butter melted
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
For the French Toast Coating
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon milk
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
For Cooking
  • 2-3 tablespoons butter for frying

Equipment

  • Rolling Pin
  • Sharp knife
  • Non-stick skillet
  • Shallow bowls
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

  1. Remove crusts from bread slices. Using rolling pin, flatten each slice gently until thin and pliable.
  2. In small bowl, mix melted butter, brown sugar, and 2 tablespoons cinnamon until well combined.
  3. Spread cinnamon mixture evenly on each flattened bread slice, leaving small border at edges.
  4. Roll up each bread slice tightly from one end. Press seam gently to seal.
  5. In shallow bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, ½ teaspoon cinnamon, and vanilla extract until uniform.
  6. Heat skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon butter. Let melt until foaming.
  7. Quickly dip each roll in egg mixture, coating all sides without soaking.
  8. Place rolls seam-side down in hot skillet. Cook 2-3 minutes total, rotating to brown all sides evenly until golden.

Notes

  • Use fresh, soft bread for easiest rolling
  • Don't oversoak rolls in egg mixture
  • Keep heat at medium to prevent burning
  • Serve immediately for crispiest texture
  • Can be made ahead and frozen up to 2 months