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Hawaiian Roll French Toast: The Ultimate Fluffy Breakfast Bake

This Hawaiian Roll French Toast features pillowy King's Hawaiian rolls soaked in a cinnamon custard and seared to golden perfection. Topped with fresh berries and maple syrup, it's the ultimate easy brunch recipe.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 385
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 12 count King's Hawaiian Rolls Original Sweet
  • 4 large Eggs
  • 1 cup (240ml) Whole Milk
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) Heavy Cream
  • 1 tbsp (8g) Ground Cinnamon
  • 1 tsp (5ml) Vanilla Extract
  • 2 tbsp (28g) Unsalted Butter For searing
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Strawberries Halved
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Blueberries Whole
  • 2 tbsp Powdered Sugar For dusting
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup Amber variety

Equipment

  • 1 Non-stick Skillet Large enough to sear multiple rolls
  • 1 White Ceramic Baking Dish Rectangular

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a shallow bowl, whisk eggs, milk, heavy cream, cinnamon, and vanilla until smooth.
  2. Dip Hawaiian rolls into the custard, soaking for 30-45 seconds per side until saturated but not falling apart.
  3. Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Sear rolls for 2-3 minutes per side until golden-brown and toasted.
  4. Arrange in a ceramic dish. Dust with powdered sugar, add fresh berries, and drizzle with maple syrup.

Notes

Tip 1. Use stale rolls for a firmer texture.
Tip 2. Keep heat at medium-low to prevent the sugar in the bread from burning.