Description
Soft, sweet Hawaiian rolls are transformed into golden bites of French toast perfection with this quick and easy recipe. Ideal for busy mornings or relaxed brunches, these cinnamon-vanilla-infused rolls are a crowd-pleaser that pairs beautifully with fresh fruit, syrup, or a dusting of powdered sugar.
Ingredients
For the French Toast
- 12 Hawaiian sweet rolls, halved (24 pieces)
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup half & half
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 3 tbsp butter (for cooking)
For Toppings
- Maple syrup
- Powdered sugar
- Fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
- Optional: Chopped nuts, whipped cream, or shredded coconut
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Rolls
- Slice each Hawaiian roll in half and set aside on a plate.
Step 2: Make the Batter
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, half & half, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until smooth.
Step 3: Preheat the Skillet
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and melt 1 tbsp of butter, ensuring it coats the pan evenly.
Step 4: Dip and Cook
- Dip each roll half into the batter, ensuring both sides are coated. Let any excess batter drip off.
- Place the coated rolls in the skillet in a single layer (work in batches if needed).
- Cook for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown. Add more butter as necessary for subsequent batches.
Step 5: Serve
- Transfer the cooked French toast rolls to a serving platter.
- Top with your favorite toppings like syrup, powdered sugar, and fresh berries.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Pan-fried
- Cuisine: American