Description
Cinnamon French Toast Roll Ups are a delightful breakfast treat that combines the flavors of cinnamon sugar with soft, buttery bread rolled up and cooked to golden perfection. Perfect for a festive morning or a cozy weekend brunch, these roll ups offer a taste reminiscent of warm cinnamon rolls but with less preparation time and fuss. Serve them warm with a dusting of powdered sugar or a drizzle of maple syrup for an irresistible start to the day.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling and Coating
- 1/2 stick butter (softened)
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar
- 3 tsp cinnamon
Batter and Topping
- 2 eggs
- 3 tbsp milk
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)
- 2 tbsp butter for cooking (more if necessary)
Main Ingredient
- 12 to 15 slices white bread (crusts removed)
Instructions
- Prepare Cinnamon Filling: In a small bowl, combine softened butter, light brown sugar, and 3 teaspoons of cinnamon. Beat the mixture until it becomes smooth and fully blended.
- Mix Sugar Cinnamon Coating: In another bowl, mix the granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon cinnamon; set aside for coating later.
- Make Egg Mixture: Beat the eggs with milk in a shallow bowl; this will be used to coat the roll ups before cooking.
- Prepare Bread Slices: Remove crusts from the bread slices, then flatten each slice with a rolling pin to about 1/8 inch thickness to make them easier to roll.
- Spread Filling on Bread: Generously spread the cinnamon butter filling onto each flattened bread slice.
- Roll the Bread: Carefully roll up each slice tightly around the filling to form a compact roll.
- Preheat Pan and Cook: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and melt about 1 tablespoon of butter.
- Coat and Fry Roll Ups: Dip each roll in the egg mixture, coating thoroughly, then place in the pan seam side down. Cook 3 to 4 rolls at a time.
- Turn and Brown: When the bottom side is browned, turn the roll about a quarter turn and continue rolling and cooking until all sides are golden and cooked evenly.
- Coat with Sugar and Serve: Roll the cooked French toast roll ups in the cinnamon sugar mixture or dust them with powdered sugar. Serve warm with optional maple syrup for dipping.
Notes
- This recipe is quick and easy, ideal for a Christmas morning or festive breakfast.
- Removing the crusts and flattening the bread helps ensure an even roll and soft texture.
- Use softened butter in the filling to get a smooth spreadable texture.
- If desired, adjust cinnamon amounts to suit your taste preferences.
- Serve immediately for best texture and flavor; leftovers can be reheated gently.
- Substitute maple syrup or honey for dipping to add extra sweetness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll up
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg