Hawaiian Roll French Toast Recipe (Soft & Fluffy)
Soft Hawaiian rolls soaked in cinnamon vanilla custard and cooked until golden brown.This easy Hawaiian Roll French Toast Recipe is fluffy, buttery, and perfect for brunch.Serve warm with maple syrup and powdered sugar.
Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 12 Hawaiian rolls sliced
- Powdered sugar for serving
- Maple syrup for serving
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, salt, and nutmeg until smooth.
- Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat and melt the butter.
- Dip each sliced Hawaiian roll into the custard mixture, coating both sides without soaking too long.
- Place the coated rolls onto the hot skillet.
- Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until golden brown and slightly crisp.
- Flip and cook the other side for another 2 to 3 minutes.
- Repeat with the remaining rolls, adding more butter if needed.
- Serve this Hawaiian Roll French Toast Recipe warm with powdered sugar and maple syrup.
Notes
- Hawaiian sweet rolls naturally add sweetness, so additional sugar is unnecessary.
- For dairy-free French toast, substitute plant-based milk and vegan butter.
- This recipe works well with brioche rolls too.
- Serve with fresh fruit for a balanced breakfast.