Description
French Toast Roll Ups are a fun and delicious twist on classic French toast, featuring soft bread slices filled with a creamy sweetened cream cheese mixture, rolled tightly, dipped in a cinnamon-spiced egg mixture, and pan-fried until golden and crispy. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet snack, these roll ups can be topped with maple syrup, fresh berries, chocolate sauce, or whipped cream for a customizable treat that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
Bread
- 1 loaf of sliced bread (Challah, Brioche, or Texas Toast work best)
Filling
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Egg Mixture
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Cooking
- 2 tablespoons butter
Optional Toppings
- Maple syrup
- Fresh berries
- Chocolate sauce
- Whipped cream
Instructions
- Soften the Cream Cheese: Ensure the cream cheese is soft by leaving it at room temperature or microwaving for 15-20 seconds while closely watching to avoid melting.
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium bowl, add softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
- Mix Until Smooth: Beat the mixture using an electric mixer until completely smooth and creamy with no lumps.
- Taste Test (Optional): Adjust sweetness or vanilla flavor by adding more powdered sugar or vanilla extract if desired.
- Set Aside: Set the smooth filling aside while preparing the bread.
- Trim the Crusts: Carefully cut off the crusts from each bread slice with a sharp knife or kitchen scissors.
- Flatten the Bread: Place each bread slice on a cutting board and gently flatten to about 1/4 inch thickness using a rolling pin or a substitute like a wine bottle.
- Repeat: Continue trimming and flattening all bread slices.
- Spread the Filling: Spread a thin, even layer (about 1-2 tablespoons) of cream cheese filling over each flattened bread slice.
- Roll It Up: Roll each filled bread slice tightly from one end to the other, resembling a small jelly roll.
- Secure the Seam (Optional): Lightly brush the seam with milk or water if the roll-ups don’t stay closed.
- Repeat: Spread filling and roll the remaining slices.
- Whisk the Eggs: In a shallow dish, whisk together eggs, milk, and 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon until smooth and well blended.
- Ensure Even Consistency: Continue whisking to eliminate streaks, ensuring even coating of the roll-ups.
- Melt the Butter: Heat butter in a large skillet or griddle over medium heat making sure the pan is evenly coated.
- Dip the Roll-Ups: Quickly dip each roll-up in the egg mixture to coat all sides; avoid soaking to prevent sogginess.
- Cook Until Golden Brown: Place roll-ups seam-side down in the skillet and cook 2-3 minutes per side until golden and crispy, turning gently.
- Cook in Batches: If needed, cook roll-ups in batches to avoid overcrowding and ensure proper browning.
- Remove and Drain: Transfer cooked roll-ups to a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate to drain excess butter.
- Serve Immediately: Serve warm for the best crispy and creamy experience.
- Add Toppings: Drizzle with maple syrup, sprinkle powdered sugar, add fresh berries, chocolate sauce, or whipped cream as desired.
- Get Creative: Let everyone customize their roll-ups with a variety of toppings for a fun interactive meal.
- Enjoy! Savor the combination of soft, creamy filling and crispy golden bread in every bite.
Notes
- Use thick sliced bread like Challah, Brioche, or Texas Toast for best results.
- Do not overfill the bread to prevent filling from leaking during cooking.
- If cream cheese is too cold, microwave briefly to soften for easier mixing and spreading.
- Be gentle while flattening bread to avoid tearing.
- Cook roll-ups over medium heat to ensure they crisp without burning.
- Cook in batches if necessary to maintain skillet temperature.
- Serve immediately for the crispiest texture; reheated roll-ups may become soggy.
