Description
Cinnamon French Toast Roll Ups are a delightful and easy-to-make breakfast treat that combines the warm flavors of cinnamon and sugar with the comforting texture of French toast. These roll ups are perfect for making ahead and impressing your family on Christmas morning or any special occasion, offering a fun twist on traditional French toast by rolling sweet cinnamon filling inside flattened bread slices.
Ingredients
Scale
Cinnamon Filling
- 1/2 stick butter (softened)
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar
- 3 tsp cinnamon
Egg Mixture
- 2 eggs
- 3 tbsp milk
Coating
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon (or up to taste)
Additional
- 10-12 slices bread (to toast)
- 2 tbsp butter for cooking (more if necessary)
- Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)
Instructions
- Prepare Cinnamon Filling: In a small bowl, combine softened butter, light brown sugar, and cinnamon. Beat together until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring even cinnamon distribution throughout.
- Mix Coating Sugar: In a separate bowl, mix granulated sugar with cinnamon. Set this cinnamon sugar aside for rolling the cooked French toast roll ups later.
- Prepare Egg Mixture: In a shallow bowl, beat the eggs together with the milk until fully blended. Set aside for dipping the bread rolls.
- Prepare Bread: Remove crusts from bread slices and flatten each slice using a rolling pin until approximately 1/8 inch thick to make rolling easier and prevent tearing.
- Fill and Roll Bread: Spread a thick layer of the cinnamon filling evenly over each flattened bread slice. Carefully roll each slice tightly around the cinnamon mixture to form roll ups.
- Cook Roll Ups: Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and melt about 1 tablespoon of butter. Dip each roll up into the egg mixture, ensuring it’s fully coated, then place seam side down in the pan. Cook 3 to 4 rolls at a time.
- Brown and Turn: Cook the roll ups until they are browned on one side, then turn a quarter turn to cook all sides evenly until each roll is golden brown and cooked through.
- Coat with Cinnamon Sugar: Once cooked, roll the French toast roll ups in the cinnamon sugar mixture or dust with powdered sugar as desired.
- Serve Warm: Serve immediately while warm, with maple syrup for dipping if preferred, enhancing their sweet and comforting flavor.
Notes
- This recipe is quick and simple, perfect for a festive Christmas morning or a cozy weekend breakfast.
- For best results, use stale or day-old bread to prevent sogginess and make rolling easier.
- You can substitute light brown sugar with dark brown sugar for a richer flavor.
- If you prefer a dairy-free or vegan version, use plant-based butter and milk alternatives.
- Make sure to cook roll ups on medium heat to avoid burning the outside while ensuring the inside is cooked thoroughly.
- Serve with warm maple syrup, fresh fruit, or a dollop of whipped cream for extra indulgence.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll up
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
