These irresistible French Toast Roll-Ups bring a playful twist to your breakfast table in just 25 minutes. Perfectly portioned and wonderfully versatile, each roll-up delivers a delightful balance of protein and fiber while keeping the indulgence in check at only 282 calories.
The golden-brown exterior gives way to a warm, tender center that’s sure to make your morning extra special. Whether you’re feeding a family or meal-prepping for the week, this clever breakfast remix proves that classic flavors can take exciting new forms.
Ingredients for French Toast Roll-Ups
- Bread: 10 slices, flattened for better rolling
- Sausage Links: 10 pieces, fully cooked
- Eggs: 3 large, room temperature for better coating
- Milk: 1/2 cup, helps create a creamy batter
- Sugar: 3 tablespoons, adds perfect sweetness
- Ground Cinnamon: 1/2 teaspoon for warm flavor
- Vanilla Extract: 1 teaspoon, enhances overall taste
- All-purpose Flour: 1 tablespoon for thicker coating
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Prep the Bread: Remove crusts if desired and flatten each slice using a rolling pin or your hands
- Create Roll-Ups: Position a sausage link at one edge and roll the bread tightly around it
- Mix the Coating: Combine eggs, milk, sugar, cinnamon, vanilla, and flour in a shallow dish until smooth
- Heat the Cooking Surface: Warm up your griddle or skillet over medium heat, coat well with butter
- Cook to Perfection: Dip each roll-up in egg mixture, place on griddle, and cook until golden brown on all sides
- Serve: Enjoy while warm with your favorite syrup!
Cooking Techniques
Hey there! Getting these roll-ups just right is super easy once you know a few simple tricks. Make sure your griddle is at medium heat before you start – if it’s too hot, the outside will brown too quickly while the inside stays cold.
When you’re rolling the bread around the sausage, press firmly but gently to get a nice tight roll. This helps prevent the roll-ups from coming apart during cooking. And here’s a friendly tip: don’t skip the flour in the egg mixture – it helps create a thicker coating that sticks better to your roll-ups!
Tasty Variations
Want to mix things up? Try these fun twists on the basic recipe! Switch out regular bread for whole wheat if you’d like a nuttier flavor. Not a fan of sausage? Try using crispy bacon instead – just make sure it’s not too crispy or it might crumble when you roll.
You can also add a sprinkle of powdered sugar on top along with your syrup for extra sweetness. For a fruity twist, spread a thin layer of cream cheese and add some sliced strawberries before rolling!
Serving Suggestions
These roll-ups are perfect for breakfast or brunch! Set up a little dipping station with warm maple syrup, honey, or even chocolate sauce. Fresh fruit on the side adds a nice pop of color and balances out the sweetness.
If you’re serving these at a family breakfast, try placing them on a warm plate and covering them loosely with foil – this keeps them toasty while you finish cooking the whole batch. They’re great alongside a cup of hot coffee or fresh orange juice!
Storage Tips
Made too many? No problem! Let your roll-ups cool completely, then pop them in an airtight container. They’ll keep in the fridge for up to 2 days.
When you’re ready to eat them, just warm them up in the microwave for 20-30 seconds or in a toaster oven until they’re heated through. The texture is best when they’re fresh, so try to make only what you need for one meal if possible!
French Toast Roll-Ups
Equipment
- Rolling Pin
- Griddle or Skillet
- Shallow Dish or Blender
Ingredients
- 10 slices bread
- 10 links fully cooked sausage
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 3 Tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 Tablespoon all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Use a rolling pin or your hands to flatten the bread (slice crusts off, if desired).
- Place a sausage link on the front edge of the bread and roll up tightly. Set aside.
- Add eggs, milk, sugar, cinnamon, vanilla, and flour to a shallow dish or blender and mix until smooth.
- Preheat griddle or skillet over medium heat. Grease well with butter.
- Dip sausage roll ups into the egg mixture, rolling gently to coat all sides, and then place on hot griddle. Cook for a few minutes, turning gently as you go, until golden brown on all sides. Serve warm with syrup.
