French Toast Roll-Ups Snack (Printable Version)

Soft golden roll-ups filled with jam or cream cheese, coated in cinnamon sugar for a sweet snack.

# What You Need:

→ Bread & Fillings

01 - 8 slices white sandwich bread, crusts removed
02 - 4 tablespoons cream cheese, softened (or Nutella or fruit jam)

→ Egg Mixture

03 - 2 large eggs
04 - 3 tablespoons whole milk
05 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
06 - Pinch of salt

→ Cinnamon Sugar Coating

07 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
08 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
09 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, for frying

# How to Make It:

01 - Gently flatten each bread slice using a rolling pin.
02 - Spread about 1/2 tablespoon cream cheese or preferred filling along one edge of each slice, then roll up tightly.
03 - Whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and salt in a shallow bowl.
04 - In a separate bowl, mix granulated sugar with ground cinnamon.
05 - Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
06 - Quickly dip each roll-up in the egg mixture, coating all sides, then place seam side down in the skillet.
07 - Cook in batches, turning every 1 to 2 minutes until golden brown on all sides, adding additional butter as needed.
08 - Immediately roll hot roll-ups in the cinnamon sugar mixture to coat evenly.
09 - Serve roll-ups warm for best taste.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They're ready in 20 minutes flat, which means you can make them on a whim without planning ahead.
  • Handheld and mess-free, so you can actually eat breakfast while doing something else for once.
  • The contrast of crispy cinnamon sugar outside and soft, creamy filling inside feels decadent without being complicated.
02 -
  • Don't skip removing the crusts; they won't soften like the rest of the bread and create an unpleasant texture that breaks the whole vibe.
  • The egg mixture needs to be whisked until fully combined, or you'll get streaks of uncooked egg white on some roll-ups.
  • Coating them while hot is non-negotiable—cold roll-ups won't hold the cinnamon sugar the way they should.
03 -
  • If your butter is browning too quickly, lower the heat slightly or add a tiny splash of oil to raise the smoke point.
  • Freeze cooked roll-ups in an airtight container for up to two weeks, then reheat in the oven whenever you want that warm-from-the-skillet taste without the effort.
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