Description
Sumptuous Hawaiian Roll French Toast brings tropical breakfast bliss straight to your morning table. Sweet, custardy rolls meet classic French toast technique, creating a delightful morning indulgence you won’t want to miss.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients:
- 12 Hawaiian rolls
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) whole milk
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) heavy cream
Sweeteners and Flavoring:
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Cooking and Serving:
- 2 tablespoons butter
Optional Toppings:
- Powdered sugar
- Maple syrup
- Fresh berries
- Whipped cream
Instructions
- Craft a luscious custard by vigorously whisking eggs, milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt in a spacious mixing vessel until ingredients meld seamlessly.
- Gently separate Hawaiian rolls, maintaining their connected base for an elegant pull-apart presentation.
- Delicately immerse each roll into the silky custard mixture, ensuring thorough yet delicate coating without oversaturating the bread.
- Warm a skillet or griddle over medium heat, introducing a pat of butter to create a golden, non-stick surface.
- Carefully transfer custard-soaked rolls onto the heated surface, allowing them to transform into a rich, caramelized golden-brown masterpiece.
- Cook each side for approximately 3-4 minutes, monitoring the color and developing a slight crisp exterior while maintaining a tender interior.
- If preparing multiple batches, replenish butter between cooking sessions to prevent sticking and enhance flavor.
- Plate the golden French toast and crown with a dusting of powdered sugar, drizzle of maple syrup, scattered fresh berries, or dollop of whipped cream according to personal preference.
Notes
- Bread Selection Matters: Choose fresh, soft Hawaiian rolls for the best texture and absorption of the custard mixture.
- Custard Consistency Key: Whisk ingredients thoroughly to create a smooth, evenly distributed flavor that coats each roll perfectly.
- Prevent Soggy Syndrome: Let rolls briefly drain after dipping to avoid excess liquid that could make the French toast too wet.
- Temperature Control: Use medium heat to achieve a golden-brown exterior while ensuring the inside remains soft and custardy.
- Dietary Adaptations: Swap regular milk with almond or oat milk for a dairy-free version, and use gluten-free rolls for a celiac-friendly option.
- Make-Ahead Magic: Prepare the custard mixture the night before to save time and allow flavors to meld together more intensely.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg