Cinnamon French Toast Roll-Ups

Cinnamon French Toast Roll-Ups

These fun, bite-sized French toast roll-ups are filled with cream cheese and cinnamon sugar, then rolled, pan-fried, and dipped in maple syrup or icing. Perfect for brunch, kids, or a sweet breakfast treat!

Ingredients

For the Filling:

· 4 oz (113g) cream cheese, softened
· 2 tbsp powdered sugar
· ½ tsp vanilla extract

For the Roll-Ups:

· 8 slices soft white or wheat sandwich bread, crusts removed
· 2 large eggs
· 2 tbsp milk or half-and-half
· 1 tsp vanilla extract
· 2 tbsp unsalted butter (for frying)

For the Cinnamon Sugar Coating:

· ¼ cup granulated sugar
· 1 tsp ground cinnamon
· 2 tbsp melted butter (optional, for brushing)

For Serving (Optional):

· Maple syrup
· Powdered sugar for dusting
· Fruit preserves or Nutella (as alternative fillings)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Filling

1. In a small bowl, beat softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.

Step 2: Flatten and Fill the Bread

1. Using a rolling pin, flatten each slice of bread until thin and pliable.
2. Spread about 1 tablespoon of cream cheese mixture evenly over each slice.
3. Tightly roll up each slice, pressing gently to seal.

Step 3: Dip in Egg Mixture

1. In a shallow dish, whisk together eggs, milk, and vanilla.
2. Dip each bread roll-up in the egg mixture, coating all sides. Let excess drip off.

Step 4: Pan-Fry

1. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter.
2. Place roll-ups seam-side down in the skillet. Cook for 2–3 minutes per side, turning until golden brown on all sides.
3. Remove and let drain on a paper towel–lined plate for a minute.

Step 5: Coat with Cinnamon Sugar

1. In a shallow bowl, mix sugar and cinnamon.
2. While still warm, roll each fried roll-up in cinnamon sugar until evenly coated. For extra richness, brush with melted butter before rolling in sugar.

Step 6: Serve

1. Serve immediately with maple syrup for dipping or dusted with powdered sugar.

Variations:

· Fruit-filled: Substitute cream cheese with mashed banana, strawberry jam, or apple pie filling.
· Chocolate: Spread Nutella or chocolate hazelnut spread before rolling.
· Savory version: Fill with scrambled eggs and shredded cheese, omit sugar coating, and serve with salsa.

Tips:

· Use fresh, soft bread for easier rolling (day-old bread can tear).
· Don’t overfill—too much filling will ooze out while frying.
· Keep cooked roll-ups warm in a 200°F (95°C) oven while finishing batches.
· For a make-ahead option, assemble rolls the night before and store covered in the fridge; dip and fry in the morning.

Yield: 8 roll-ups
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 10 minutes

Enjoy these irresistible, handheld French toast bites—they’re fun, delicious, and sure to be a hit!