Cinnamon Roll French Toast Roll-Ups
Turn your mornings into a sweet celebration with these quick and creamy Cinnamon Roll French Toast Roll-Ups! Filled with cream cheese, rolled in cinnamon sugar, and pan-fried to golden perfection—breakfast just got exciting.
Equipment
- Rolling Pin
- Mixing Bowl
- Shallow dish (for egg mixture)
- Frying pan or skillet
- Spatula
- Knife
- Whisk
Ingredients
- 10 slices white sandwich bread crusts removed
- 100 g 3.5 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 large eggs
- ⅓ cup whole milk
- 3 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp butter for frying
- Powdered sugar & maple syrup for garnish and dipping
Instructions
- Flatten the Bread:Trim the crusts and use a rolling pin to gently flatten each slice of bread.
- Mix the Filling:Mix softened cream cheese and powdered sugar in a bowl until the texture is silky and smooth.
- Fill and Roll:Spread a spoonful of filling on one edge of the bread slice. Roll tightly.
- Prepare Egg Mixture:Whisk eggs, milk, and vanilla in a shallow bowl until fully blended and smooth.
- Dip the Rolls:Gently coat each roll-up in the egg mixture.
- Fry Until Golden:Heat butter in a non-stick skillet and cook each roll for 2–3 minutes, turning to brown all sides.
- Coat in Cinnamon Sugar:Mix cinnamon and sugar in a bowl. While still warm, dip the roll-ups into the mixture straight from the pan.
Notes
- Swap cream cheese for Nutella, peanut butter, or fruit jam for a flavor twist.
- Prep ahead: Assemble and refrigerate overnight. Just dip and fry in the morning!
- Best enjoyed warm—but they reheat well in the air fryer!