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Hawaiian Roll French Toast Recipe

Hawaiian Roll French Toast Recipe


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  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 6 1x

Description

Buttery Hawaiian roll French toast blends sweet tropical flavors with rich breakfast comfort. Pillowy rolls soaked in vanilla-cinnamon custard create a luxurious morning treat you’ll savor with pure breakfast bliss.


Ingredients

Scale

Main Ingredients:

  • 12 Hawaiian sweet rolls
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream

Sweeteners and Spices:

  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 pinch of salt

Cooking and Serving Ingredients:

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • Maple syrup
  • Powdered sugar
  • Fresh fruits

Instructions

  1. Create a silky custard by whisking eggs, milk, cream, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until smooth and fully integrated.
  2. Warm a spacious skillet over medium heat, melting butter to create a golden cooking surface.
  3. Gently immerse each Hawaiian roll into the luxurious custard mixture, ensuring thorough but brief coating (roughly 5-10 seconds), allowing excess liquid to drip away.
  4. Carefully arrange the custard-drenched rolls onto the heated skillet, cooking until each side transforms into a rich, caramelized golden-brown hue (approximately 2-3 minutes per side).
  5. Cook rolls in manageable batches, replenishing butter as necessary to prevent sticking and maintain an even cooking surface.
  6. Strategically transfer cooked rolls to a warming plate, preserving their temperature and texture.
  7. Present immediately, accompanied by classic embellishments like maple syrup, a delicate dusting of powdered sugar, vibrant fresh fruits, or personalized toppings that complement the dish’s sweet profile.

Notes

  • Soak rolls briefly to prevent soggy texture, ensuring they absorb custard without falling apart.
  • Use room temperature ingredients for smoother, more evenly blended custard mixture.
  • Experiment with alternative milk options like almond or oat milk for dairy-free version.
  • Enhance flavor by adding orange zest or replacing vanilla with almond extract for unique twist.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Hawaiian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 6
  • Calories: 290
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 280mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg