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Cinnamon Roll French Toast Roll-Ups

Cinnamon Roll French Toast Roll-Ups

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup+ 2 tbsp unsalted butter (softened: Butter adds richness and flavor to the roll-ups. Using unsalted butter allows you to control the saltiness in the dish.)
  • 1/4 cuplight brown sugar: This adds a subtle caramel flavor and sweetness to the cinnamon butter (perfectly complementing the cinnamon.)
  • 1 tbspcinnamon: Ground cinnamon infuses the whole dish with its warm (sweet aroma, making it an essential ingredient.)
  • 8 slicesthick (soft bread: For the best results, use bread like challah or brioche. The thickness helps to hold the filling and absorbs the egg mixture beautifully.)
  • 2eggs: Eggs act as a binder and provide protein (which is essential for a filling breakfast.)
  • 1/4 cupmilk: Milk adds moisture to the egg mixture (creating a custardy texture.)
  • 1 tspvanilla extract: Vanilla adds depth and enhances the sweetness of the dish.
  • 1/4 cupgranulated sugar: This is used for coating the roll-ups (adding a delightful crunch.)
  • 1 tspcinnamon: Additional cinnamon for the coating enhances the aromatic experience.
  • 1.5 tbspunsalted butter (softened: Helps to enrich the sugar coating.)
  • 1/2 cupcream cheese (room temperature: Cream cheese serves as the base for the icing, providing a rich and creamy texture.)
  • 1/4 cupconfectioners’ sugar: This sweetens the icing (making it perfect for drizzling or dipping.)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Cinnamon Butter: In a small bowl, mix together 1/2 cup + 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened, 1/4 cup light brown sugar, and 1 tbsp cinnamon until well combined. This will create a luscious spread for your bread.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Bread: Trim the crusts off 8 slices of thick, soft bread (such as challah or brioche). Use a rolling pin to flatten each slice gently. This makes it easier to roll them up. Spread an even layer of the cinnamon butter on each slice.

  3. 3

    Roll the Bread: Starting at one end, carefully roll each slice tightly. Repeat this process until all the slices are rolled up.

  4. 4

    Make the Egg Mixture: In a bowl, whisk together 2 eggs, 1/4 cup milk, and 1 tsp vanilla extract until well combined. This mixture will coat your roll-ups.

  5. 5

    Cook the Roll-Ups: In a large skillet, melt some butter over medium heat. Dip each roll-up into the egg mixture, ensuring they're thoroughly coated. Place them in the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.

  6. 6

    Prepare the Coating: In a separate shallow dish, mix 1/4 cup granulated sugar and 1 tsp cinnamon. Once the roll-ups are cooked, roll each in the cinnamon-sugar mixture to coat.

  7. 7

    Make the Icing: In a bowl, blend together 1.5 tbsp unsalted butter (softened), 1/2 cup cream cheese (room temperature), and 1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar until smooth. This icing can be drizzled over the roll-ups or served as a dip.