Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✅ Best of both worlds – All the flavors of cinnamon rolls + French toast in one bite!
✅ Kid-friendly & fun – Great for little hands to help make (and eat).
✅ Ready in 20 minutes – Faster than baking actual cinnamon rolls.
✅ Customizable – Add nuts, fruit, or chocolate for extra yum.
Ingredients You’ll Need
For the Roll-Ups:
8 slices soft white bread (or brioche for extra richness)
2 tbsp butter, softened
¼ cup brown sugar
1 tsp cinnamon
For the French Toast Dip:
2 large eggs
¼ cup milk
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ tsp cinnamon
For the Cream Cheese Glaze:
2 oz cream cheese, softened
¼ cup powdered sugar
1-2 tbsp milk
½ tsp vanilla extract
Optional Extras:
Chopped pecans or walnuts
Raisins or diced apples
Chocolate chips
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prep the Filling & Roll-Ups
Cut the crusts off the bread and flatten slightly with a rolling pin.
Mix brown sugar and cinnamon in a bowl.
Spread each slice with softened butter, then sprinkle with cinnamon sugar.
Roll up tightly and set aside.
2. Make the French Toast Dip
Whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla, and cinnamon in a shallow bowl.
3. Cook to Golden Perfection
Heat a buttered skillet over medium heat.
Dip each roll-up in the egg mixture, letting excess drip off.
Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
4. Drizzle & Serve!
Mix cream cheese, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
Drizzle over warm roll-ups and enjoy immediately!
Pro Tips for the Best Roll-Ups
🔥 Keep heat medium-low – Prevents burning before the centers warm.
🍞 Use fresh, soft bread – Stale bread cracks when rolling.
🍯 Extra gooey? Add a thin layer of maple syrup before rolling.
🍓 Fruity twist – Spread raspberry jam with the cinnamon sugar.
Serving Ideas
🍽 Brunch spread – Serve with bacon and fresh fruit.
☕ Coffee pairing – Perfect with a latte or cold brew.
🍦 Dessert mode – Top with vanilla ice cream!