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Hawaiian Roll French Toast Recipe

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  • Author: Naomi
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

This Hawaiian Roll French Toast recipe is a delightful twist on traditional French toast, featuring sweet, fluffy Hawaiian rolls soaked in a cinnamon-vanilla custard and cooked to golden perfection on the stovetop. Perfect for a comforting breakfast or brunch, this recipe yields a crispy exterior with a soft, flavorful inside, making it an irresistible treat for the whole family.

Ingredients

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French Toast

  • 8 sweet Hawaiian rolls
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (optional)
  • Butter or oil for cooking

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Rolls: Slice each Hawaiian roll in half horizontally and arrange the cut sides up in a greased baking dish in a single layer.
  2. Mix Custard: In a mixing bowl, thoroughly whisk together the eggs, whole milk, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and optional granulated sugar to create a smooth custard.
  3. Soak Rolls: Pour the egg mixture evenly over the arranged Hawaiian rolls, ensuring they are well coated. Let them soak for about 10 minutes to absorb the custard fully.
  4. Heat Skillet: Place a large skillet or frying pan over medium heat and add butter or oil, allowing it to melt and heat through.
  5. Cook French Toast: Carefully transfer the soaked rolls to the hot skillet. Cook each side for 3-4 minutes until golden brown and crispy, flipping gently to avoid breakage.
  6. Keep Warm and Serve: After cooking, transfer the French toast to a serving platter. Keep warm in a low-temperature oven if desired, and serve warm for the best taste experience.

Notes

  • Using Hawaiian rolls adds a naturally sweet flavor, but you can substitute with other sweet or regular rolls if preferred.
  • Allowing the rolls to soak fully in the custard ensures a moist and tender inside.
  • Optional sugar in the custard can be adjusted or omitted depending on desired sweetness.
  • Keep an eye on the cooking temperature to avoid burning while achieving a crispy exterior.
  • Serve with maple syrup, fresh fruit, or a dusting of powdered sugar for added flavor.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Hawaiian Roll French Toast, French Toast, Breakfast, Hawaiian Rolls, Cinnamon French Toast, Easy Breakfast Recipe

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