Description
A delightful twist on traditional French toast, this Hawaiian Roll French Toast recipe features sweet and fluffy King’s Hawaiian Rolls soaked in a vanilla and cinnamon-infused custard mixture, cooked to golden perfection, and served with powdered sugar, fresh fruit, and maple syrup. Each bite is a tropical treat that will transport you to the islands!
Ingredients
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Custard Mixture:
- 3 large eggs
- 3/4 cup half and half (or whole milk)
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- Pinch of salt
Other Ingredients:
- 1 12-pack King’s Hawaiian Rolls
- 4 tablespoons butter (for cooking)
- Powdered sugar, fresh fruit, maple syrup (for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare Custard Mixture: In a large bowl, whisk together eggs and half and half until fully combined.
- Add Flavor: Whisk in vanilla, cinnamon, brown sugar, and salt until incorporated.
- Prep Rolls: Poke holes in the bottom of each roll to allow the custard to soak in.
- Soak Rolls: Dip rolls in the custard mixture, ensuring all sides are coated, and let soak briefly.
- Cook Rolls: Melt butter in a skillet, then cook soaked rolls until golden brown on all sides.
- Serve: Dust the Hawaiian Roll French Toast with powdered sugar and top with fresh berries and maple syrup.
Notes
- Do not soak the rolls for too long to prevent sogginess.
- Adjust sweetness to taste with additional sugar or maple syrup.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Hawaiian Roll French Toast, French Toast Recipe, Sweet Breakfast Ideas
