Description
This Hawaiian Rolls French Toast recipe transforms soft, sweet Hawaiian rolls into a delightful breakfast treat. With a rich egg and milk custard infused with vanilla and cinnamon, the rolls are dipped and pan-cooked to a golden perfection. Serve warm topped with maple syrup, powdered sugar, fresh berries, whipped cream, or chocolate sauce for a delicious start to your day. Perfect for a family breakfast or brunch, this easy-to-make dish delivers sweet, fluffy French toast with a tropical twist.
Ingredients
Scale
French Toast Base
- 1 package (12 rolls) Hawaiian sweet rolls
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup milk (whole milk or any preferred milk)
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- A pinch of salt
For Cooking
- 2 tablespoons butter (for cooking)
Toppings
- Maple syrup
- Powdered sugar
- Fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, etc.)
- Whipped cream
- Nutella or chocolate sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the egg mixture: In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt until the mixture is smooth and well combined. This creates the custard base for the French toast.
- Prep the Hawaiian rolls: Slice each Hawaiian sweet roll in half horizontally, creating a top and bottom piece, similar to sandwich buns.
- Heat the skillet: Place a skillet or griddle on medium heat and add about 1 tablespoon of butter, allowing it to melt and coat the surface evenly.
- Dip the rolls: Dip each halved roll into the egg mixture, soaking each side for a few seconds so it absorbs the custard. Let the excess drip off before placing onto the hot skillet to avoid sogginess and splatter.
- Cook the French toast: Place the soaked roll halves onto the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Add more butter as needed when cooking the remaining pieces.
- Serve warm: Transfer the cooked French toast rolls onto a plate. Serve immediately with your choice of toppings such as maple syrup, powdered sugar, fresh berries, whipped cream, or a drizzle of Nutella or chocolate sauce for an indulgent finish.
Notes
- Use Hawaiian sweet rolls for their unique sweetness and fluffy texture that complements the custard soak.
- Adjust cooking heat as necessary to prevent burning the butter or French toast.
- For a dairy-free version, use plant-based milk and butter alternatives.
- Make sure not to soak the rolls too long to avoid them becoming too soggy and falling apart.
- Leftover French toast can be refrigerated and reheated in a toaster or oven for best texture.
