Cinnamon French Toast Rolls are the answer to those mornings when the cereal box just isn’t cutting it, but pancakes sound like way too much work. Honestly, anyone else tired of accidentally burning toast and calling it breakfast? If you want a zero-fuss treat (that looks fancy as heck), this is it. These are so simple my teenager can make them, but folks always think I ordered from a five-star brunch spot. Oh, and if you love playful recipes like this, you’ve gotta check out these easy sushi rolls at home or maybe whip up some deliciously healthy cinnamon apples later. Both will make you look like a kitchen genius.
How to Make Cinnamon French Toast Roll Ups
Okay, let’s keep it real. You don’t need a culinary degree. All you do is flatten some soft bread, stuff it with cream cheese or Nutella (or really, whatever sugary option you love), roll ‘em up, dunk in an egg bath, then sizzle till golden. Sprinkle with cinnamon sugar, and, boom—breakfast magic.
Pro tip from my chaos-ridden kitchen: do not over-soak in the egg mix. Too much time and you’re working with mush, not rolls. I sort of bumble through every time, but perfection truly isn’t necessary. My favorite filling is strawberry or peanut butter—total nostalgia!
The best thing? Kids help with the rolling, and suddenly breakfast is fun, not a chore. Seriously, they disappear so fast at my house. Every. Single. Time.
“I never imagined breakfast could taste like dessert but here we are, these Cinnamon French Toast Rolls blew my mind! Can’t go back to boring toast now.” — Jenna R.
What Do I Need to Make French Toast Roll Ups?
Gathering the basics is easy, you probably have it all. Grab:
- Soft white or wheat bread (squishy works best)
- Cream cheese, Nutella, or even jam for filling
- Two eggs, a splash of milk, and a sprinkle of cinnamon for dunking
- Butter for frying up—please, don’t skip it
Just use a rolling pin or, honestly, even a clean bottle to flatten your slices. I’ve done this with a mug handle in a pinch! There’s really no “wrong” way, as long as you can roll up the bread and keep it closed. Oh, and let’s not forget that final cinnamon sugar shower—never enough cinnamon, in my expert opinion.
Perfect for Busy Weekends!
These Cinnamon French Toast Rolls shine on a busy weekend morning when the family’s hungry and you need to feed everybody right now. You can prep the rolls the night before and keep ‘em ready in the fridge. Then it only takes a few clumsy minutes to dunk and fry them fresh.
At our place, these get devoured before my coffee’s brewed. And cleanup? Tranqui, takes five minutes tops. Plus, you’ll look like you went all out, when you really just got creative with leftover bread. For anyone who likes to make breakfast special but not stressful—this one’s gold.
Oh, and if you’re hunting for fast breakfast sides, those deliciously healthy cinnamon apples are perfect to serve alongside. Oof, they’re so warm and cozy together.
More French Toast Roll Up Recipes
French toast roll ups don’t have to stop with cinnamon. I’ve done blueberry with lemon zest, or banana with chocolate chips tucked inside. Peanut butter and jelly? Kids go extra wild for those.
Fun fact: You could make a savory version, too. Give it a whirl with scrambled eggs and cheese as your filling. Bit weird, maybe—but pretty dang tasty. If you want to explore other fun rolled eats, these easy sushi rolls at home are a surprising hit, even if the first ones look a little wonky (speaking from experience).
If you ask me, these little rolls have way more personality than regular French toast.
How to Store and Reheat French Toast Roll Ups
Alright, so let’s be honest. Cinnamon French Toast Rolls don’t last long at our house, but if you do have leftovers, here’s what works:
Keep them in a sealed container in the fridge for up to two days. Any longer and things get soggy. When you’re ready, pop them in the toaster oven or a hot skillet for a couple minutes to crisp them up. Microwaving works but you lose that nice crunchy outside (kind of sad).
If you want to freeze a batch—totally doable, by the way—just freeze in a single layer first, transfer to a bag, then reheat straight from frozen. Quick breakfast upgrade, no fuss.
Common Questions
Can I use whole wheat bread instead of white?
Yep, works fine! Softer bread is easier to roll, though.
What if I don’t have cream cheese or Nutella?
Jam, peanut butter, or even just butter and cinnamon sugar will do the trick.
Can I make these ahead of time?
Yes! Prep and roll the night before, then cook fresh in the morning.
Help, my rolls fall apart in the pan—what am I doing wrong?
Make sure your seam side is down first in the skillet, and don’t overfill. Let them brown before flipping.
Do you have any other creative breakfast ideas?
Absolutely. You can always try out my favorite easy sushi rolls at home or those warm cinnamon apples for a healthy twist.
Ready, Set, Roll Out Your Morning!
So, there you go. With Cinnamon French Toast Rolls, you’re serving something way tastier than basic toast and it takes only a smidge more effort. Don’t wait for a special occasion go for it any day, you deserve breakfast that tastes like a treat. If you want even more clever twists and details on this idea, I always check out trusted guides like Cinnamon French Toast Roll Ups – Sugar Apron and for inspiration on fun home cooking, Allrecipes French Toast Roll Ups and BBC Good Food French Toast Roll-Ups always brighten up my breakfast brain.
Give it a try, let your kitchen get a little messy, and make your next breakfast roll-up unforgettable.
Cinnamon French Toast Roll Ups
Ingredients
Method
- Flatten each slice of bread using a rolling pin or a clean bottle.
- Spread your choice of filling such as cream cheese, Nutella, or jam on each slice.
- Roll the bread slices tightly, ensuring the filling is secure inside.
- In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and a sprinkle of cinnamon to create the egg bath.
- Dunk each rolled bread slice in the egg mixture briefly, ensuring not to soak too much.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat and place the rolled slices seam side down.
- Cook until golden brown on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Remove from skillet and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar before serving.
Notes
Cinnamon French Toast Roll Ups
Ingredients
Method
- Flatten each slice of bread using a rolling pin or a clean bottle.
- Spread a desired filling (cream cheese, Nutella, or jam) onto each slice.
- Roll the bread slices up tightly and secure the filling inside.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and cinnamon.
- Dip each roll-up into the egg mixture, ensuring not to over-soak.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter.
- Cook roll-ups in the skillet until golden brown on all sides.
- Sprinkle with cinnamon sugar before serving.
