Cinnamon Sugar French Toast Roll-Ups – A Fun, Fluffy, 15-Minute Breakfast
Cinnamon Sugar French Toast Roll-Ups – crispy on the outside, soft and sweet on the inside! These fun, portable French toast roll-ups are stuffed with buttery cinnamon sugar, dipped in custard, and pan-fried to golden perfection. Ready in just 15 minutes for a breakfast the whole family will love!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 roll-ups (2-3 servings)
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch, Snack
- Method: Pan-Fry
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 6 slices of bread (white or brioche work best)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup (60ml) milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons (25g) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons (28g) unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Prepare the Cinnamon Sugar Mixture: In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon. Mix well until evenly combined.
- Prepare the Egg Mixture: In a shallow dish, whisk together the eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Ensure all ingredients are well combined.
- Assemble the Roll-Ups: Flatten each slice of bread. Spread butter, sprinkle cinnamon-sugar. Roll tightly.
- Cook the Roll-Ups: Dip in egg mixture. Cook on all sides until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Serve: Remove toothpicks, if used. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use fresh, soft bread that bends easily without cracking – white bread or brioche works best.
- Flatten bread slices with a rolling pin to make rolling easier and more secure.
- Use toothpicks to hold roll-ups together while cooking, then remove before serving.
- For a cream cheese filling, add 2 oz softened cream cheese mixed with 1 tbsp sugar before rolling.
- For a Nutella version, spread chocolate hazelnut spread inside instead of cinnamon sugar.
- Serve with maple syrup, chocolate sauce, or fresh berries for dipping.
- Keep cooked roll-ups warm in a 200°F oven while finishing remaining batches.
- For an air fryer version: cook at 370°F for 5-7 minutes, shaking halfway through.