French Toast Roll-Ups
Indulge in the delightful charm of French Toast Roll-Ups, where crispy, golden-brown exteriors envelop a rich cream cheese and cinnamon sugar filling. This simple yet magical breakfast treat transforms ordinary mornings into extraordinary moments, perfect for family gatherings or cozy weekends. With endless variations possible, these roll-ups can be enjoyed at breakfast, brunch, or even as dessert!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (2 roll-ups per serving) 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 slices thick bread (Texas toast or brioche)
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup cinnamon sugar (1/4 cup sugar + 1 tsp ground cinnamon)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp butter for frying
Instructions
- Flatten each bread slice using a rolling pin to make rolling easier.
- In a bowl, combine softened cream cheese with cinnamon sugar.
- Spread the filling mixture onto each flattened bread slice and roll them tightly.
- Whisk together eggs, milk, and vanilla in a separate bowl. Briefly dip each roll in the egg mixture.
- Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat and fry the roll-ups seam side down until golden brown (about 2-3 minutes per side).
- Serve warm with additional cinnamon sugar or maple syrup.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll-up (60g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Experiment with fillings like Nutella or fresh fruit for added flavor. For extra sweetness, sprinkle cinnamon sugar on top after cooking. Using stale bread enhances texture and helps it hold up better during cooking.