Hawaiian Roll French Toast
This Hawaiian Roll French Toast is soft, fluffy, and irresistibly sweet. Made with buttery Hawaiian rolls, dipped in custard, and cooked until golden, it’s a quick and fun breakfast or brunch dish that feels special but comes together in minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 package Hawaiian rolls 12 rolls
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk or half-and-half for richness
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp butter for cooking
- Maple syrup, powdered sugar, or fresh fruit for serving
Optional Add-ins:
- Cream cheese, Nutella, or jam for stuffed rolls
- Shredded coconut or crushed pineapple for a tropical twist
Instructions
- Prep the Rolls: Keep Hawaiian rolls whole for a pull-apart style, or slice in half for more custard absorption.
- Make Custard: In a bowl, whisk eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla, and cinnamon until smooth.
- Dip Rolls: Quickly dip each roll in the custard, coating evenly without oversoaking.
- Cook Rolls: Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook custard-dipped rolls until golden brown on all sides.
- Serve Warm: Plate the rolls, dust with powdered sugar, drizzle with syrup, and top with fruit if desired.
Notes
- Use slightly stale rolls—they soak custard better.
- Don’t let rolls sit too long in custard or they may collapse.
- To bake instead of pan-fry, place rolls in a greased baking dish, pour custard over, and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25–30 minutes.
- Perfect for brunch, holidays, or even dessert.
Nutrition
Calories: 285kcalCarbohydrates: 39gProtein: 8gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 210mgFiber: 1gSugar: 13g
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