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Hawaiian Roll French Toast: The Ultimate Sweet & Fluffy Breakfast

Fluffy Hawaiian roll French toast with perfect custard soaking, golden crispy exterior, and sweet tender interior that tastes like dessert for breakfast.

Ingredients

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  • 6 Hawaiian dinner rolls,
  • 4 large eggs,
  • 1/2 cup whole milk,
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream,
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract,
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon,
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt,
  • 3 tablespoons butter for cooking,
  • Maple syrup for serving,
  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

  • Slice Hawaiian rolls in half horizontally. Preheat large skillet over medium heat.
  • Whisk eggs in large bowl until smooth. Add milk, cream, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt, whisking until well combined.
  • Arrange roll halves in shallow dish. Pour custard over rolls and soak 3-4 minutes per side, gently pressing for absorption.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon butter in skillet. Cook soaked rolls 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and slightly puffed.
  • Transfer to serving plates, dust with powdered sugar, and serve immediately with warm maple syrup.

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