Description
Enjoy the perfect combination of cinnamon rolls and French toast with these easy Cinnamon Roll French Toast Roll-Ups. A quick, delicious, and fun breakfast treat that’s crispy, sweet, and filled with creamy goodness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 slices white sandwich bread (crusts removed)
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon, divided
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp butter (for cooking)
- Maple syrup (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare the Bread: Trim the crusts off the bread slices and use a rolling pin to flatten each slice.
- Make the Filling: In a small bowl, mix the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and 1/2 tsp of cinnamon until smooth.
- Assemble the Roll-Ups: Spread a thin layer of the cream cheese mixture over each flattened bread slice and roll tightly into a log.
- Prepare the Coating: In a shallow dish, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and remaining 1/2 tsp cinnamon.
- Mix the Cinnamon Sugar: In a separate dish, combine the granulated sugar with any remaining cinnamon.
- Dip the Roll-Ups: Heat a skillet over medium heat and add butter. Dip each roll-up into the egg mixture, coating evenly, then place it in the skillet.
- Cook Until Golden: Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and slightly crispy.
- Coat with Cinnamon Sugar: Remove the cooked roll-ups from the skillet and immediately roll them in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
- Serve Warm: Serve with maple syrup or extra powdered sugar for added sweetness.
Notes
- Stuffed with Fruit: Add thinly sliced strawberries, bananas, or apples before rolling.
- Nutella Twist: Swap the cream cheese filling with Nutella for a chocolatey version.
- Pumpkin Spice: Add pumpkin puree and pumpkin spice to the filling for a fall-inspired treat.
- Savory Option: Skip the cinnamon-sugar coating and stuff with ham and cheese for a savory twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Cinnamon roll French toast, French toast roll-ups, easy breakfast recipe, sweet breakfast, quick brunch ideas