For an extra touch, try using brioche or challah bread for a richer flavor. Add a splash of vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture for enhanced aroma. Serve with a drizzle of maple syrup or a dusting of powdered sugar for added sweetness.
French Toast Roll-Ups
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME10 mins
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TOTAL TIME2 hrs 25 mins
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SERVING12 People
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VIEWS15
Elevate your brunch game with these delightful French Toast Roll-Ups! Creamy, tangy filling meets warm, cinnamon-spiced bread in this irresistible twist on a classic breakfast favorite. Perfect for a special occasion or a weekend treat.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate43 g
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Cholesterol45 mg
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Fiber2 g
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Protein6 g
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Saturated Fat6 g
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Sodium417 mg
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Sugar19 g
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Fat11 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
5 mins
In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, egg yolk, and 1/4 cup of granulated sugar until smooth and fully combined. (5 minutes)
02
Step
2 mins
Pour the melted butter into a separate shallow dish. In another shallow dish, combine the remaining 3/4 cup of granulated sugar with the ground cinnamon and mix well. (2 minutes)
03
Step
15 mins
Evenly spread the cream cheese mixture onto one side of each slice of bread. Gently roll each bread slice into a tight cylinder, encasing the cream cheese filling. (15 minutes)
04
Step
10 mins
Brush the outside of each rolled cylinder with the melted butter, ensuring it's evenly coated. Then, roll the buttered cylinders in the cinnamon-sugar mixture, pressing gently to coat completely. (10 minutes)
05
Step
2 hrs
Arrange the coated rolls in a baking dish. Cover tightly with plastic wrap and freeze for a minimum of 2 hours, or up to overnight. This step helps the rolls maintain their shape during baking. (120 minutes)
06
Step
10 mins
Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). (10 minutes)
07
Step
12 mins
Transfer the frozen rolls to a baking dish and bake in the preheated oven until they are heated through and golden brown, approximately 10 to 12 minutes. (12 minutes)
08
StepLet cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!
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Nickolas Lebsack
Jun 29, 2025I added a little orange zest to the cream cheese and it was amazing!
Elmore Anderson
Jun 17, 2025These were a huge hit at our brunch! So easy to make ahead and bake just before serving.
Kelsie Schaden
May 21, 2025The freezing step is key! It kept the filling from oozing out during baking.