Pro Tips for Success 🧠
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Flatten bread gently but firmly
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Don’t overfill – less is more!
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Keep roll-ups seam side down when first frying
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Maintain medium heat for golden-brown perfection
Must-Have Ingredients 🛒
Here’s what you’ll need to make these amazing roll-ups:
The Basics
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Soft sandwich bread (white works best)
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Fresh brown sugar for best flavor
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Quality cinnamon (it’s the star!) 🌟
The French Toast Batter
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Farm-fresh eggs if possible
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Pure vanilla extract 🌿
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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:
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10 slices white sandwich bread
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3 tablespoons butter, melted
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3 tablespoons brown sugar
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2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
For the French Toast Coating:
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3 large eggs
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1 tablespoon milk
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½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
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½ teaspoon vanilla extract
For Cooking:
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2-3 tablespoons butter for frying
Instructions 👩🍳👨🍳
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Remove crusts from bread slices. Using a rolling pin, flatten each slice.
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In a small bowl, mix melted butter, brown sugar, and 2 tablespoons cinnamon.
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Spread mixture evenly on each bread slice, leaving a small border at the edges.
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Roll up each slice tightly, sealing edges with gentle pressure.
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In a 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 evenly. 🔄
Notes 📝
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Use fresh, soft bread for best rolling
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Don’t oversoak in egg mixture
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Keep heat at medium to prevent burning
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Can be made ahead and reheated ♨️
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Freezes well for up to 1 month ❄️
These roll-ups are a fun, flavorful way to start the day and sure to bring smiles to the breakfast table! 🥰🍽
