Description
Hawaiian Roll French Toast is a deliciously sweet and fluffy twist on the classic breakfast dish. Made with buttery Hawaiian rolls, a rich custard mixture, and a hint of cinnamon and vanilla, this recipe creates a perfectly crispy yet tender treat. It’s the ideal choice for a quick breakfast or a special brunch occasion.
Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- ½ cup milk (whole milk or any dairy/non-dairy alternative)
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 12 Hawaiian rolls, sliced horizontally (e.g., King’s Hawaiian sweet rolls)
- Confectioners’ sugar (optional, for serving)
- Maple syrup (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare the Egg Mixture: Whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla, cinnamon, salt, and nutmeg in a large bowl until well combined.
- Heat the Cooking Surface: Preheat a griddle or skillet over medium heat and coat with 1 tablespoon of butter.
- Dip the Rolls: Dip each halved Hawaiian roll into the egg mixture until coated, shaking off excess liquid.
- Cook the Rolls: Place rolls on the griddle and cook for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown. Flip and repeat for the other side.
- Repeat: Continue cooking in batches, adding more butter to the griddle as needed.
- Serve: Sprinkle with confectioners’ sugar and drizzle with maple syrup. Serve warm.
Notes
- For a tropical twist, add pineapple juice to the egg mixture.
- Substitute dairy milk with almond or coconut milk for a dairy-free version.
- To avoid sogginess, ensure the rolls are only lightly dipped in the custard mixture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Griddle
- Cuisine: American
