Cinnamon Roll French Toast Roll-Ups
Cinnamon Roll French Toast Roll-Ups are a delightful fusion of breakfast favorites, perfect for lazy mornings or special occasions. These sweet, fluffy rolls are filled with a creamy cinnamon filling and coated in an egg mixture before being pan-fried to golden perfection. With just a drizzle of maple syrup, they transform any breakfast into a memorable feast that will have everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (2 roll-ups per serving) 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 slices thick-cut bread (Texas toast or challah)
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup cinnamon sugar (1/8 cup sugar + 1/8 cup cinnamon)
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 3 tbsp butter
- Maple syrup (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling: In a medium bowl, mix softened cream cheese with cinnamon sugar until smooth.
- Roll Up the Bread: Flatten each slice of bread and spread the cream cheese mixture evenly. Sprinkle additional cinnamon sugar over it, then roll up tightly.
- Make the Egg Mixture: Whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt in another bowl.
- Dip and Cook: Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat. Dip each roll briefly in the egg mixture and place in the skillet. Cook for about 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Serve Warm: Dust with powdered sugar and drizzle with maple syrup if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll-up (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: For fluffier roll-ups, use slightly stale bread to absorb the egg mixture better. Customize fillings by adding chocolate chips or swapping cinnamon for nutmeg. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat in a toaster oven.