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Hawaiian Roll French Toast

Transform leftover Hawaiian rolls into a delicious and crispy French toast that's perfect for a quick breakfast or brunch. This recipe is designed to be effortless and turns a simple breakfast into something special.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 12 rolls Hawaiian Rolls King's Hawaiian sweet rolls
  • 4 large Eggs farm fresh
  • 1 cup Milk whole milk or half and half
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract pure
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon ground
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Butter salted
  • Toppings maple syrup, fresh berries, powdered sugar

Equipment

  • Large non-stick skillet
  • Shallow Bowl
  • - Whisk

Method
 

Prepare the Custard
    Slice the Rolls
      The Soak
        Heat the Skillet
          Griddle to Golden
            Final Touch

              Nutrition

              Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 15g

              Notes

              For a make-ahead version, you can assemble a Hawaiian roll French toast bake the night before. Simply pour the custard over the rolls in a baking dish, cover, and refrigerate. In the morning, pop it in the oven at 350 degrees for 25 minutes.
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