Easy Hawaiian Roll French Toast

This easy Hawaiian roll french toast recipe takes the classic french toast you know and love to the next level. With the pillowy, fluffy Hawaiian rolls, each bite is a heavenly experience packed with the perfect balance of richness and sweetness.

The warm and buttery flavor with the classic crispy french toast texture will make your breakfast experience unforgettable. Not to mention, this recipe is easy enough for school days but delicious enough for Sunday brunch.

This easy recipe lets you enjoy a restaurant quality breakfast without all the fuss - in the comfort of your own home. Much like the creativity in this pancake spaghetti recipe, turn simple ingredients into something special the whole family will love. Whether you're looking for a Sunday brunch option or a cozy Christmas breakfast, this french toast will be your new go-to.

While I love serving Christmas-themed pancakes or waffles during the holidays, this airy french toast takes breakfast to the next level. Serve with warm maple syrup, powdered sugar, fresh fruit, or whatever suits your festive fancy for a delightful Christmas treat.

And here's the secret: This easy french toast recipe is great on it's own, but I love kicking it up a notch by pairing it with with festive hot cocoa or a cranberry mocktail. A simple touch that elevates the experience.

Why you'll love this easy french toast recipe

• The combination of fluffy Hawiian rolls and cinnamon sugar is hard to resist.
• With simple ingredients and easy steps, you can whip this recipe up in no time.
• Although it's easy, it's a restaurant quality dish that's guaranteed to impress your guests every time.
• You can store leftovers and easily reheat for an even quicker breakfast.

What you need to make french toast

• Sweet Hawaiian rolls - Their soft texture and slightly sweet taste creates a unique and delicious french toast recipe. Stale bread works best so consider leaving the sweet bread out overnight. 
• Cream - This adds richness and creaminess to the egg mixture. See below for substitutions.
• Sugar - You'll need white sugar and brown sugar to make that caramelized coating.
• Cinnamon and Allspice - Adding a dash of cinnamon and allspice infuses this recipe with warm notes. If you like fall flavors, feel free to add pumpkin spice.

What can I use instead of heavy cream?

You can use whole milk, skim milk, or a plant based milk instead of heavy cream. I think that heavy cream gives this recipe a richer taste and texture, but any milk will do. If you'd like to make this recipe dairy free, use a plant based milk and swap the butter for oil.

How to make easy Hawaiian roll french toast

Step 1: Prepare

Preheat the oven and poke 10 holes in the bottom of each roll. Toast the individual rolls in the oven for about 15 minutes or until golden brown.

Step 2: The egg mixture

While the bread is cooking, whisk together the eggs, cream, and vanilla.

Step 3: Soak and Cook

Soak the rolls in the egg/milk mixture for about 30 seconds, then cook on a large skillet on medium-low heat for 1-2 minutes on each side.

Step 4: The best part

Once cooked, roll the french toast in the cinnamon sugar mixture. Serve french toast bites warm with maple syrup or your favorite toppings.

Pro tip: Let the bread soak in the french toast for roughly 30 seconds, no longer. If you soak for too long the bread will become soggy.

Can I make french toast ahead of time?

While these rolls taste best fresh, you can certainly make them ahead of time. Reheat in the microwave or in the air fryer for a crispier texture, and top with maple syrup before you're ready to serve. Meal prepping this french toast is a great way to get breakfast on the table in no time.

What other toppings can I use?

Like this pancake spaghetti recipe, my kids love to add tons of toppings to their breakfast. Honey, jam, chocolate syrup, powdered sugar, whipped cream, chocolate chips, sprinkles, etc. all taste great topped on french toast rolls.

If you're looking for healthier toppings, fresh berries, ground cinnamon, and peanut butter are all good options. 

Storage

Storing - After the french toast has cooled to room temp, store in an airtight container the in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat on the stovetop, microwave, or air fryer for a crispier texture.

Freezing - After cooling, place french toast into individual pieces or the entire batch into ziplock bags or a freezer safe container. Reheat the frozen slices in the toaster or oven.

Recipe #3: Hawaiian Roll French Toast https://www.thisvivaciouslife.com/french-toast-bites-gluten-free/

Please use this recipe but keep them in their whole roll form and poke 10 holes in the bottom of the rolls to help evaporate the liquid when soaking them in the "batter". Please leave them in the batter for 30 seconds before frying to really soak it all up. Be sure to cook all four sides of the roll until golden. Change the bread listed in the recipe to 1 (12 pack) Kings hawaiian rolls and increase butter to 5 tablespoons. Continue with the recipe concluding with the rolling in cinnamon sugar mixture and then photographing with syrup being poured over them please.