Description
Hawaiian Roll French Toast is a delightful twist on a classic breakfast favorite. This recipe uses soft and sweet King’s Hawaiian Rolls, creating a fluffy and indulgent dish that melts in your mouth. Perfect for brunch gatherings or cozy family breakfasts, it combines the comforting flavors of cinnamon and vanilla with the unique sweetness of Hawaiian rolls. With simple ingredients and quick preparation, this dish is perfect for cooks of all levels looking to impress at any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pack (12 count) King's Hawaiian Rolls
- 3 large eggs
- 3/4 cup half and half or whole milk
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- Pinch of salt
- 4 tablespoons butter (for cooking)
- Optional toppings: powdered sugar, fresh fruit, maple syrup
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, half and half, vanilla extract, cinnamon, brown sugar, and salt until smooth.
- Poke holes in the bottom of each Hawaiian roll using a toothpick or skewer.
- Dip each roll into the custard mixture for about 30 seconds, ensuring all sides are coated without soaking too long.
- In a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Cook each soaked roll for 30-60 seconds on each side until golden brown.
- Serve warm with powdered sugar and your choice of fresh berries and maple syrup.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 100g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 150mg