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Cinnamon Sugar French Toast Roll-Ups served on a plate, perfect for brunch.

Cinnamon Sugar French Toast Roll-Ups

Deliciously sweet and crispy roll-ups filled with cinnamon butter, perfect for brunch.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 370 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Cinnamon Butter Filling

  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar
  • 3 teaspoons ground cinnamon

For the French Toast

  • 10-12 slices bread (white or brioche) Use slightly stale for better structure
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3 tablespoons milk
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for coating)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (for cooking) Plus more if needed
  • Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, brown sugar, and 3 teaspoons of cinnamon. Beat until smooth and creamy.
  • In another small bowl, combine the granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon. Set aside for coating.
  • In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk. Set aside for dipping.
  • Trim the crusts from the bread slices. Using a rolling pin, flatten each slice to about 1/8 inch thickness.
  • Spread a generous layer of the cinnamon butter mixture evenly over each flattened bread slice.
  • Tightly roll up each bread slice, starting from one end and ending at the other. Secure the seam, if needed, with a tiny dab of the cinnamon butter.

Cooking

  • Heat a non-stick pan or griddle over medium heat. Melt about 1 tablespoon of butter in the pan.
  • Dip each roll-up into the egg mixture, ensuring all sides are coated. Allow excess egg mixture to drip off.
  • Place the roll-ups seam-side down in the hot pan, cooking 3-4 at a time to avoid overcrowding. Add more butter to the pan as needed.
  • Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Turn gently to brown all sides evenly.
  • Remove the cooked roll-ups from the pan and immediately roll them in the cinnamon-sugar mixture, coating them thoroughly.
  • Dust with powdered sugar, if desired. Serve warm and enjoy immediately!

Notes

Serve with maple syrup on the side for dipping. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
Keyword brunch recipe, Cinnamon Sugar, French Toast, Roll-Ups, Sweet Treat