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Hawaiian Roll French Toast

Hawaiian Roll French Toast: The Best Sweet Brunch Delight

Enjoy a delightful Hawaiian Roll French Toast, a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that's easy to prepare and perfect for brunch.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Hawaiian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Custard Mixture
  • 4 large Eggs Provides structure and richness; substitute with flax eggs for a vegan option.
  • 1 cup Milk Adds moisture; use whole, low-fat, or non-dairy alternatives.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor; pure preferred.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Adds warmth; optional.
  • 1 pinch Salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1 dash Nutmeg Use sparingly.
For Cooking
  • 1-2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Creates a golden crisp.
  • 6 rolls Hawaiian Rolls Star ingredient; recommended to use King's Hawaiian sweet rolls.
Optional Garnish
  • 1 cup Confectioners’ Sugar For sweetness and visuals.
  • 1 cup Maple Syrup Traditional syrup for serving.

Equipment

  • Griddle or large skillet
  • Deep bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the custard mixture by whisking together eggs, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, salt, and nutmeg in a deep bowl until smooth.
  2. Heat a griddle or skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes and add butter, swirling to coat the surface.
  3. Slice Hawaiian rolls in half and dip each half into the custard mixture for about 15 seconds on each side.
  4. Place soaked roll halves on the griddle and cook for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
  5. Flip the rolls using a spatula and cook the second side for another 2-3 minutes.
  6. Keep warm by transferring cooked rolls to a plate covered with foil while preparing the remaining batches.
  7. Serve warm, dusted with confectioners' sugar and drizzled with maple syrup.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This recipe is versatile; try different toppings such as fresh berries or whipped cream for added flavor.

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