Cinnamon Roll French Toast Roll Ups (Printable)
Handheld cinnamon-spiced roll ups with sweet cream cheese filling and a cinnamon-sugar finish.
# Ingredient List:
→ Filling
01 - 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
02 - 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
03 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Roll Ups
04 - 8 slices soft white sandwich bread, crusts removed
05 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
06 - 4 tablespoons granulated sugar
07 - 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
→ Egg Mixture
08 - 2 large eggs
09 - 1/4 cup whole milk
10 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ For Cooking
11 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
# Steps:
01 - Combine softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract in a mixing bowl and blend until smooth.
02 - Using a rolling pin, evenly flatten each slice of bread on a clean surface.
03 - Spread a thin layer of cream cheese filling along one edge of each bread slice, then roll up each slice tightly starting from the filled edge.
04 - In a shallow dish, whisk together eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
05 - In a separate bowl, combine granulated sugar with ground cinnamon.
06 - Dip each rolled-up bread piece into the egg mixture, ensuring complete coverage on all sides.
07 - Heat unsalted butter in a large nonstick skillet set over medium heat. Arrange roll ups seam-side down and fry, turning frequently, until golden brown on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.
08 - Immediately after frying, brush or roll the warm roll ups in the cinnamon-sugar mixture to thoroughly coat.
09 - Serve warm as desired, optionally with maple syrup or a dusting of extra powdered sugar.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- You get the gooey comfort of a cinnamon roll with the crisp edges of French toast—no fork needed.
- They make breakfast feel like a treat, but really take less effort than it seems.
02 -
- If you over-soak the roll ups in the egg mixture, they'll fall apart in the pan—be quick.
- I learned to roll them while the bread is super fresh, otherwise the edges crack.
03 -
- Use day-old bread if you want slightly sturdier roll ups that hold their shape better.
- A light touch on the egg dip keeps the bread from getting soggy or splitting.