Description

This Hawaiian Roll French Toast recipe offers a delightful twist on traditional French toast, using sweet and fluffy King’s Hawaiian rolls soaked in a rich custard mixture infused with vanilla and cinnamon. The rolls are pan-fried until golden and crispy on all sides, then served warm with powdered sugar, fresh berries, and maple syrup, making it a perfect indulgent breakfast treat for family and friends.

Ingredients

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Custard Mixture

3 large eggs
¾ cup half and half or whole milk
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons brown sugar
Pinch of salt

French Toast Rolls

1 (12-pack) King’s Hawaiian Rolls
4 tablespoons butter (for cooking)

For Serving

Powdered sugar
Fresh fruit (such as berries)
Maple syrup

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Instructions

Prepare the Custard: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and half and half (or whole milk) until fully combined. Add the vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, brown sugar, and a pinch of salt. Whisk until everything is well incorporated to create a smooth custard mixture.
Prep the Hawaiian Rolls: Use a toothpick or skewer to poke several holes in the bottom of each Hawaiian roll. This helps the custard soak in better. Working in batches, dip the rolls into the custard mixture, turning to coat all sides. Let each roll soak for about 30 seconds, but do not leave them too long to avoid sogginess.
Cook the French Toast: Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium-low heat. Place the soaked rolls in the skillet and cook for 30 to 60 seconds per side until golden brown and crispy. Turn carefully with a spatula to ensure all sides are evenly cooked.
Serve: Serve the Hawaiian Roll French Toast warm. Dust with powdered sugar and add fresh berries and maple syrup on top as desired for a sweet and satisfying breakfast or brunch.

Notes

Do not soak the rolls for too long to prevent them from becoming soggy.
Use medium-low heat when cooking to ensure the rolls cook through without burning the exterior.
The recipe can be doubled or adjusted easily for larger groups.
Fresh fruit toppings such as strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries complement the sweet rolls well.
For a dairy-free option, substitute the half and half or milk with your preferred plant-based milk.