Must-Have Ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need to make these amazing roll-ups:
The Basics
- Soft sandwich bread (white works best)
- Fresh brown sugar for best flavor
- Quality cinnamon (it’s the star!)
The French Toast Batter
- Farm-fresh eggs if possible
- Pure vanilla extract
- Whole milk for richness
Equipment
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Rolling pin
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Sharp knife
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Non-stick skillet
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Shallow bowls
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Measuring spoons
Ingredients
For the Roll-Ups:
- 10 slices white sandwich bread
- 3 tablespoons butter melted
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- For the French Toast Coating:
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon milk
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
For Cooking:
- 2-3 tablespoons butter for frying
Instructions
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Remove crusts from bread slices. Using rolling pin, flatten each slice.
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In small bowl, mix melted butter, brown sugar, and 2 tablespoons cinnamon.
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Spread mixture evenly on each bread slice, leaving small border at edges.
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Roll up each slice tightly, seal edges with gentle pressure.
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In shallow bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, ½ teaspoon cinnamon, and vanilla.
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Heat skillet over medium heat, add butter.
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Dip each roll in egg mixture, then place seam-side down in skillet.
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Cook 2-3 minutes total, rotating to brown all sides.
Notes
- Use fresh, soft bread for best rolling
- Don’t oversoak in egg mixture
- Keep heat at medium to prevent burning
- Can be made ahead and reheated
- Freezes well for up to 1 month
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