Description
Cinnamon French Toast Roll Ups are a delightful and easy-to-make breakfast treat that combines the flavors of cinnamon rolls and classic French toast. Soft bread slices are filled with a buttery cinnamon sugar mixture, rolled up, dipped in an egg mixture, and cooked to golden perfection. These roll ups are perfect for a cozy morning and can be served with maple syrup or a dusting of powdered sugar.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 1/2 stick butter (softened)
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar
- 3 tsp cinnamon
Coating
- 2 eggs
- 3 tbsp milk
Coating Sugar Mix
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon (or up to taste)
Others
- 10-12 slices white bread (crust removed)
- 2 tbsp butter for cooking (more if necessary)
- Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)
Instructions
- Prepare the cinnamon filling: In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, light brown sugar, and 3 teaspoons cinnamon. Beat the mixture until smooth and creamy.
- Mix the cinnamon sugar coating: In another small bowl, mix the granulated sugar with 1 teaspoon cinnamon and set it aside for later use.
- Prepare the egg mixture: In a shallow bowl, beat together the eggs and milk until fully combined, then set aside.
- Prepare the bread slices: Remove the crusts from the bread and flatten each slice to about 1/8 inch thickness using a rolling pin.
- Fill and roll: Spread a thick layer of the cinnamon butter filling evenly over each flattened bread slice. Carefully and tightly roll up each slice around the filling, sealing them well.
- Cook the roll ups: Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and melt about 1 tablespoon of butter. Dip each bread roll in the egg mixture, coating it well. Place the roll seam side down in the pan. Cook 3 to 4 roll ups at a time, turning a quarter turn once browned on one side to cook and brown all sides evenly. Continue until all the roll ups are cooked and golden brown on all sides.
- Finish and serve: Roll the cooked roll ups in the cinnamon sugar mixture or dust with powdered sugar. Serve warm, optionally with maple syrup for dipping.
Notes
- This recipe is quick and perfect for a festive Christmas morning breakfast.
- Removing crusts helps keep the rolls soft and easy to roll.
- Flattening bread slices thinly ensures even cooking and a nice texture.
- Use a non-stick pan and enough butter to prevent sticking and achieve golden color.
- Serving with maple syrup adds extra sweetness and warmth to the dish.
- Powdered sugar is optional but adds a lovely visual and flavor touch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll up
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
