Description
This Hawaiian Roll French Toast recipe transforms sweet, fluffy King’s Hawaiian rolls into a decadent breakfast treat. Soaked in a rich custard of eggs, half and half, vanilla, cinnamon, and brown sugar, then pan-fried until golden and crispy on all sides, these French toasts offer a unique twist with a perfect balance of sweet and spice. Served warm with powdered sugar, fresh fruit, and maple syrup, it’s an irresistible morning delight perfect for family breakfasts 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
- 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: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and half and half until fully combined. Add the vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, brown sugar, and a pinch of salt; whisk again until the mixture is evenly incorporated.
- Poke the rolls: Use a toothpick or skewer to poke several holes in the bottom of each Hawaiian roll. This allows the custard to soak into the bread effectively, ensuring a moist and flavorful interior.
- Soak the rolls: Working in batches, dip each roll into the custard mixture and let it soak for about 30 seconds, turning to coat all sides evenly. Be careful not to soak longer than 30 seconds to prevent sogginess.
- Cook the rolls: Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium-low heat. Place the soaked rolls onto the skillet and cook for 30 to 60 seconds on each side until they turn golden brown and crispy. Use a spatula to turn them carefully to get all sides browned evenly. Repeat with remaining butter and rolls.
- Serve: Serve the French toast warm. Dust with powdered sugar and top with fresh berries and maple syrup if desired for a delightful sweet finish.
Notes
- Poking holes in the rolls is essential for the custard to penetrate and avoid a dry center.
- Do not over-soak the rolls to keep them from becoming soggy and falling apart.
- Use medium-low heat to ensure the rolls cook evenly without burning.
- Leftover French toast can be kept in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheated in a skillet or toaster oven for best texture.
- Substitute half and half with whole milk or any dairy-free milk for a lighter or vegan variation (adjust egg substitute accordingly).
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 rolls
- Calories: 370 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 290 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg
Keywords: Hawaiian Roll French Toast, sweet breakfast, King's Hawaiian rolls, easy French toast, cinnamon French toast, brunch recipe
