Description

Hawaiian Roll French Toast is a delightful twist on the classic breakfast dish, featuring sweet and fluffy Hawaiian sweet rolls soaked in a cinnamon-vanilla custard and cooked to golden perfection. This easy-to-make recipe offers a perfect sweet and tender texture, making it an ideal weekend treat for the whole family. Serve it with your favorite toppings such as maple syrup, powdered sugar, fresh berries, or whipped cream for an irresistible start to your day.

Ingredients

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French Toast Mixture

1 package (12 count) Hawaiian sweet rolls, sliced in half horizontally
4 large eggs
1 cup whole milk (or milk of choice)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Pinch of salt

For Cooking

2 tablespoons butter or oil, for cooking

Optional Toppings

Maple syrup
Powdered sugar
Fresh berries
Whipped cream

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Instructions

Prepare the custard mixture: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Soak the rolls: Dip each Hawaiian sweet roll half into the custard mixture, allowing it to soak for 10 to 15 seconds. Make sure the bread absorbs the mixture without becoming overly soggy to maintain its fluffiness.
Heat the cooking fat: Place a skillet or griddle over medium heat and add butter or oil. Heat until the fat is hot and ready for cooking to ensure a golden, crispy exterior.
Cook the French toast: Place the soaked roll halves onto the hot skillet or griddle. Cook each side for 2 to 3 minutes, or until golden brown. Flip carefully using tongs to avoid breaking the delicate bread.
Serve and garnish: Remove the French toast from heat and serve immediately. Top with desired toppings such as maple syrup, powdered sugar, fresh berries, or whipped cream for a delicious finish.

Notes

Use Hawaiian sweet rolls for a uniquely sweet and fluffy texture that enhances the flavor of the French toast.
Adjust soaking time depending on the bread’s absorbency to prevent sogginess.
Use medium heat to ensure the French toast cooks evenly without burning.
Optional toppings can be mixed and matched based on personal preference to create a custom breakfast experience.
Whole milk can be substituted with plant-based milk for a dairy-free version, but it may slightly affect the richness.