Here is a Cinnamon Roll French Toast Roll-Ups recipe that is crispy on the outside, soft and cinnamon-sweet inside—perfect for breakfast or brunch.
Cinnamon Roll French Toast Roll-Ups
Preparation Time
15 minutes
Cooking Time
10–12 minutes
Servings
8–10 roll-ups
Ingredients
Roll-Ups
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White sandwich bread – 8–10 slices (crusts removed)
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Unsalted butter – 2 tablespoons, melted
Cinnamon Filling
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Unsalted butter – 2 tablespoons, softened
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Brown sugar – ¼ cup
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Ground cinnamon – 1½ teaspoons
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Vanilla extract – ½ teaspoon
French Toast Coating
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Eggs – 2 large
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Milk – ¼ cup
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Vanilla extract – ½ teaspoon
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Ground cinnamon – ¼ teaspoon
Topping (Optional)
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Granulated sugar – 2 tablespoons
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Ground cinnamon – ½ teaspoon
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Powdered sugar or maple syrup for serving
Directions
Step 1: Prepare the Bread
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Remove crusts from bread slices.
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Flatten each slice gently with a rolling pin.
Step 2: Make the Cinnamon Filling
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In a bowl, mix softened butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla until smooth.
Step 3: Fill and Roll
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Spread a thin layer of cinnamon filling over each bread slice.
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Roll up tightly from one end to form a log.
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Lightly brush the outside with melted butter to seal.
Step 4: Prepare the French Toast Mixture
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In a shallow bowl, whisk eggs, milk, vanilla, and cinnamon until well combined.
Step 5: Dip the Roll-Ups
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Dip each roll-up quickly into the egg mixture.
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Do not soak; just coat evenly.
Step 6: Cook
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Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and lightly grease it.
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Cook roll-ups seam-side down first.
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Turn gently and cook all sides until golden brown, about 2–3 minutes per side.
Step 7: Cinnamon Sugar Coating (Optional)
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Mix granulated sugar and cinnamon in a shallow bowl.
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Roll warm roll-ups in the mixture.
Tips for Best Results
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Use fresh, soft bread for easy rolling.
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Do not overfill or they will leak.
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Cook on medium heat so the filling melts without burning.
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Serve immediately for best texture.
Variations
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Cream Cheese Filling: Add 2 tablespoons softened cream cheese to the filling.
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Apple Cinnamon: Add finely chopped sautéed apples.
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Chocolate Cinnamon: Add mini chocolate chips.
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Air Fryer Version: Cook at 180°C (350°F) for 6–8 minutes, turning once.
Storage
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Best eaten fresh.
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Can be refrigerated for 1 day and reheated in a pan or air fryer.