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Hawaiian Roll French Toast Recipe

Hawaiian Roll French Toast Recipe
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A delightful twist on traditional French toast, this Hawaiian Roll French Toast recipe uses sweet, fluffy King’s Hawaiian Rolls soaked in a cinnamon-vanilla custard and pan-fried to golden perfection. Served warm with powdered sugar, fresh fruit, and maple syrup, it’s a perfect breakfast or brunch treat full of tropical sweetness and comforting flavors.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 (12-pack) King’s Hawaiian Rolls
  • 3 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup half and half or whole milk
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • Pinch of salt
  • 4 tablespoons butter, for cooking

For Serving

  • Powdered sugar, for dusting
  • Fresh fruit, such as berries, for topping
  • Maple syrup, for serving

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Custard Mixture: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and half and half (or whole milk) until fully combined. Then whisk in the vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, brown sugar, and a pinch of salt until everything is well incorporated.
  2. Poke Holes in the Rolls: Using a toothpick or skewer, gently poke several holes in the bottom of each King’s Hawaiian Roll to allow the custard to soak in evenly for more flavorful French toast.
  3. Soak the Rolls: Working in batches, dip each roll into the custard mixture and let it soak for about 30 seconds, turning to coat all sides thoroughly. Be careful not to soak the rolls longer to avoid sogginess.
  4. Heat the Skillet: Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium-low heat to prepare for cooking the soaked rolls.
  5. Cook the French Toast Rolls: Place the soaked rolls in the skillet and cook for 30 to 60 seconds per side, turning carefully with a spatula to ensure all sides become golden brown and crispy without burning.
  6. Repeat and Serve: Repeat the soaking and cooking process with remaining rolls, adding more butter as needed. Serve your Hawaiian Roll French Toast warm, dusted with powdered sugar and topped with fresh fruit and maple syrup if desired.

Notes

  • Use King’s Hawaiian Rolls as they have the perfect sweetness and texture for this recipe.
  • Do not soak the rolls too long to prevent them from becoming soggy.
  • Cooking on medium-low heat allows the rolls to cook through without burning the exterior.
  • Feel free to swap half and half for whole milk for a lighter version or use a non-dairy milk alternative for a different twist.
  • Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.

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