Hawaiian Roll French Toast
Hawaiian Roll French Toast is soft, sweet, and bite-sized perfection. Easy to make, customizable, and a family favorite for any breakfast table.
Servings 4
Ingredients
- 12 King's Sweet Hawaiian Rolls
- 4 large Egg
- 1/2 cup Half and Half (or milk)
- 1 tbsp Vanilla Extract
- 1 tbsp Granulated Sugar
- 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon
- 1/8 tsp Nutmeg
- 4 tbsp Butter, divided
- Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Separate the rolls into individual pieces. For smaller bites, slice them in half horizontally.
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, half-and-half, vanilla extract, sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg until the mixture is smooth.
- Warm a large skillet or griddle over medium-low heat. Starting with a lower temperature helps avoid burning while ensuring the inside cooks through.
- Melt two tablespoons of butter to coat the skillet.
- Dip 4–6 rolls at a time into the egg mixture, ensuring all sides are evenly coated. Avoid soaking too long, or the rolls may become soggy.
- Place the coated rolls into the skillet and cook for 2–3 minutes on each side — that’s the tops, bottoms, and all four sides. Rotate to get that perfect golden brown exterior.
- Dust with powdered sugar and serve with your preferred toppings.
Notes
- For smaller portions, slice each roll in half horizontally. This will give you 24 bite-sized pieces instead of 12.
- Don’t let the rolls soak in the custard mixture too long, especially if they’ve been sliced in half — they’ll absorb quickly and can become soggy.
- Keep your heat on medium-low. This allows the rolls to cook through while turning golden brown on all sides without burning.
- Swap out the cinnamon and nutmeg for pumpkin spice to add a cozy seasonal twist.
- Serving ideas: drizzle with Nutella, top with sliced bananas, add a swirl of whipped cream, or sprinkle with chopped nuts for extra crunch.