Hawaiian Roll French Toast Recipe
A delightful twist on classic French toast using sweet and fluffy King’s Hawaiian Rolls soaked in a cinnamon-vanilla custard and pan-fried to golden perfection. This recipe is perfect for a special breakfast or brunch that’s both easy and indulgent.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 12 French toast rolls (serves 4-6) 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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French Toast Ingredients
- 1 (12-pack) King’s Hawaiian Rolls
- 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
- 4 tablespoons butter, for cooking
For Serving
- Powdered sugar
- Fresh fruit (such as berries)
- Maple syrup
Instructions
- Prepare the custard mixture: In a large bowl, whisk together 3 large eggs and 3/4 cup half and half or whole milk until fully combined. Then add 1 tablespoon vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, and a pinch of salt, and whisk again until everything is well incorporated.
- Prep the rolls for soaking: Use a toothpick or skewer to poke several holes in the bottom of each King’s Hawaiian roll. This allows the custard to soak in deeply without oversaturating the bread.
- Soak the rolls: Working in batches, dip each roll into the custard mixture and let it soak for about 30 seconds, turning it to coat all sides evenly. Avoid soaking longer than 30 seconds to prevent sogginess.
- Heat the pan: Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium-low heat to prepare for cooking the French toast rolls.
- Cook the soaked rolls: Place the soaked rolls in the heated pan and cook for 30 to 60 seconds on each side until golden brown and crispy. Use a spatula to carefully turn the rolls so all sides become nicely browned and cooked through.
- Serve: Serve the Hawaiian Roll French Toast warm. Dust with powdered sugar and top with fresh berries and maple syrup if desired for a sweet and fruity finish.
Notes
- Do not soak the rolls too long; 30 seconds is sufficient to absorb the custard without becoming soggy.
- Use medium-low heat for cooking to ensure the rolls cook through without burning the outside.
- You can customize toppings with other fresh fruits or nuts according to preference.
- The holes poked into the bottom of the rolls help the custard penetrate better for a moist interior.
- Butter can be substituted with a neutral oil if desired, but butter adds richness and flavor.
Keywords: Hawaiian Roll French Toast, King's Hawaiian Rolls, French Toast, Breakfast, Brunch, Sweet Bread, Cinnamon Vanilla Custard
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