Description

Hawaiian Roll French Toast is a delightfully fluffy and sweet take on the breakfast classic. King’s Hawaiian Rolls are soaked in a vanilla-cinnamon custard, cooked to golden brown perfection, and served with powdered sugar, fresh fruit, and maple syrup for a tropical-inspired treat that’s perfect for brunch or special occasions.

Ingredients

Scale

Main Ingredients

1 (12-pack) King’s Hawaiian Rolls
3 large eggs
3/4 cup half and half (or whole milk)

Flavorings

1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons brown sugar
Pinch of salt

For Cooking

4 tablespoons butter (for cooking)

For Serving

Powdered sugar, for dusting
Fresh fruit, optional
Maple syrup, optional

Instructions

Prepare the Custard: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and half and half (or whole milk) until fully blended and smooth.
Add Flavorings: Whisk in the vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, brown sugar, and pinch of salt until everything is well incorporated and no lumps remain.
Prep the Rolls: Use a toothpick or skewer to poke several holes in the bottom of each Hawaiian roll. This helps the custard soak in evenly.
Soak the Rolls: Working in batches, dip the rolls into the custard mixture, letting them soak for about 30 seconds. Turn to coat all sides, but avoid soaking too long to prevent sogginess.
Preheat Skillet: Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium-low heat until lightly sizzling but not browned.
Cook the Rolls: Place soaked rolls on the skillet and cook for 30-60 seconds per side, turning carefully with a spatula to crisp all sides to a golden brown.
Serve: Serve the French toast rolls warm, dusted with powdered sugar and topped with fresh berries and maple syrup, if desired.

Notes

For best results, use day-old or slightly toasted rolls to help them soak up more custard without falling apart.
Don’t overcrowd the skillet—work in batches for even browning.
Feel free to swap half and half with whole milk for a lighter version.
Customize with your favorite toppings, like whipped cream or sliced bananas.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 roll
Calories: 157
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 137mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 56mg

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