Cinnamon Roll French Toast Roll-Ups Recipe
Delight in a sweet twist on breakfast with these Cinnamon Roll French Toast Roll-Ups. Soft bread slices are flattened and filled with a creamy, sweetened cream cheese mixture, then rolled up and dipped in a rich egg custard before being pan-fried to golden perfection. Coated with a cinnamon-sugar blend, these roll-ups deliver the comforting flavors of cinnamon rolls combined with the classic appeal of French toast, perfect for a cozy morning treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: 8 roll-ups
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Bread and Filling
- 8 slices of bread
- ½ cup cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
Cinnamon Sugar Coating
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
Egg Mixture
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For Cooking
- Butter, for cooking
Instructions
- Prepare the Bread: Use a rolling pin to flatten each slice of bread gently, making it easier to roll later without tearing.
- Make the Filling: In a bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Assemble the Roll-Ups: Spread a thin, even layer of the cream cheese mixture over each flattened bread slice, then roll the slices tightly from one edge to the other to form a compact roll-up.
- Mix the Egg Custard: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until fully blended.
- Prepare Cinnamon Sugar: In another shallow dish, mix the ground cinnamon with the granulated sugar to create the coating.
- Cook the Roll-Ups: Heat a skillet over medium heat and add enough butter to coat the surface. Dip each roll-up into the egg mixture, turning to coat all sides thoroughly, then place in the hot skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Coat and Serve: Immediately roll the cooked roll-ups in the cinnamon-sugar mixture until evenly coated. Serve warm for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use white or sandwich bread for the best texture; crusts can be removed if desired to ease rolling.
- Ensure the cream cheese is softened to spread smoothly.
- Be gentle when flattening bread slices to avoid tearing.
- Butter in the skillet adds flavor but can be substituted with oil for a lighter option.
- Serve with maple syrup or a dusting of powdered sugar for extra sweetness.
- These roll-ups can be kept warm in a low oven if making multiple batches.
