Cinnamon Roll French Toast Roll-Ups combine the cozy spice of cinnamon rolls with the crisp edges and custard center of French toast. This handheld breakfast is as fun as it is delicious.
Golden, gooey, and rolled to perfection, each bite is a swirl of warm cinnamon sugar wrapped in soft bread, kissed by vanilla egg wash, and seared until golden. Breakfast just got better.
What You’ll Need for These Cinnamon Roll French Toast Roll-Ups
- White sandwich bread – Soft and pliable, the ideal base that flattens easily and crisps up beautifully when cooked.
- Butter – Adds rich flavor and helps the cinnamon sugar blend soak into the bread for that signature gooey swirl.
- Brown sugar – Brings a deep molasses sweetness that caramelizes during cooking, giving each roll-up its cinnamon roll essence.
- Ground cinnamon – The star spice that brings warmth and nostalgia to every bite.
- Eggs – Form the base of the French toast coating, giving structure and a slightly custardy texture when cooked.
- Milk – Thins the egg mixture just enough for easy dipping without overpowering.
- Vanilla extract – Enhances the sweetness and adds that familiar bakery-style aroma.
Let’s Get Rolling: How to Make Cinnamon Roll French Toast Roll-Ups
Start by trimming the crusts off your bread and flattening each slice with a rolling pin. This creates the perfect base for rolling and sealing the swirl.
Next, blend melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon into a smooth spread. Swipe this mixture over each bread slice, leaving a border, then roll them up tightly like mini cinnamon logs.
Whisk eggs with milk, cinnamon, and vanilla in a shallow dish to make your French toast batter. Dip each roll-up briefly, coating all sides, but don’t let them soak too long.
Cook seam-side down in a buttered skillet over medium heat, turning gently to brown all sides. In just minutes, they’ll be golden, crisp, and ready to enjoy.
Sweet Tips & Tasty Twists
Use fresh, soft white bread for best results—it rolls without cracking and seals easily. When dipping in the egg mixture, keep it quick. Oversoaking makes them soggy and harder to brown evenly.
For a dessert twist, serve with a drizzle of cream cheese glaze or a dusting of powdered sugar. You can even stuff a thin layer of cream cheese inside the roll-ups for an extra decadent touch.
Want to add texture? Mix finely chopped pecans or walnuts into the cinnamon sugar filling before rolling. Prefer fruity notes? A thin layer of apple butter or mashed banana works beautifully here.
Keep ‘Em Fresh: How to Store Cinnamon Roll French Toast Roll-Ups
If you have leftovers (or plan ahead), these roll-ups freeze wonderfully. Let them cool completely, then freeze in a single layer before transferring to a bag. Reheat in a toaster oven or skillet for best results.
For fridge storage, wrap tightly and store for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet or microwave, though a quick skillet reheat will give you that crisp exterior again.
Cinnamon Roll French Toast Roll-Ups
Ingredients
For the Roll-Ups:
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 3 tablespoons butter melted
- 10 slices white sandwich bread
For the French Toast Coating:
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 3 large eggs
For Cooking:
- 2 –3 tablespoons butter for frying
Instructions
- Trim the crusts off each slice of bread, then flatten using a rolling pin. In a small bowl, combine the melted butter with the brown sugar and cinnamon to form a smooth paste. Spread this mixture over each slice, ensuring a thin layer while leaving a narrow edge bare. Tightly roll each slice and press gently to seal.
- In a shallow dish, whisk together the eggs, milk, cinnamon, and vanilla extract until fully blended. Place a skillet over medium heat and add a portion of the butter. Dip each prepared roll into the egg mixture briefly, then arrange seam-side down in the hot skillet.
- Cook the roll-ups for 2 to 3 minutes in total, turning periodically to achieve even browning on all sides.
