Cinnamon Roll French Toast Roll-Ups

Ingredients

For the Roll-Ups:

1/2 cup + 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

1/4 cup light brown sugar

1 tablespoon cinnamon

8 slices thick, soft bread

2 eggs

1/4 cup milk

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Assembly:

1/4 cup granulated sugar

1 teaspoon cinnamon

1-1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

For the Icing:

1/2 cup cream cheese, room temperature

1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar

Directions

Step 1: Make the Cinnamon Butter and Prepare the Bread

In a small bowl, mix together 1/2 cup of the softened butter, light brown sugar, and cinnamon until well combined.

Cut the crusts off the slices of bread.

Using a rolling pin, roll each slice of bread flat.

Spread a generous amount of the cinnamon butter mixture over each slice.

Roll the bread slices up tightly and set them aside.

Step 2: Create Your French Toast

In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and vanilla extract.

Quickly dip each rolled-up bread slice in the egg mixture, ensuring it is fully coated but not soaked.

In a skillet, melt the remaining 1-1/2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.

Fry the rolls in the skillet, turning them to ensure they are golden brown on all sides. This should take about 5-7 minutes.

Step 3: Make the Coating and Icing

In a small bowl, mix together the granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon.

Roll each cooked French toast roll-up in the cinnamon sugar mixture until evenly coated.

In another bowl, blend the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, cream cheese, and confectioners’ sugar until smooth. This icing can be drizzled over the roll-ups or served on the side as a dip.

Tips for Success

Ensure your bread is fresh and soft for the best rolling results.

Be quick but thorough when dipping the rolls in the egg mixture to avoid them becoming soggy.

For an extra touch, try adding a bit of maple syrup to the cream cheese icing for a hint of sweetness.