If you’ve ever wished your cinnamon rolls and French toast could combine into one delicious breakfast, this recipe is for you. These Cinnamon Roll French Toast Fingers are golden, crispy, and coated in cinnamon sugar, capturing all the cozy flavors of a bakery-style cinnamon roll in a handheld French toast form.
Perfect for busy mornings, brunch spreads, or even “breakfast for dinner,” these sweet sticks are ideal for dipping into cream cheese glaze, maple syrup, or warm caramel sauce. Every bite tastes like comfort and indulgence rolled into one!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Fun and dippable breakfast for kids and adults
- Ready in 30 minutes or less
- Crispy outside, soft and fluffy inside
- Great for meal prep or freezing
Recipe Overview
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients
6 slices thick-cut white bread, crusts removed
2 large eggs
⅓ cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon cinnamon
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons butter, for frying
For coating:
¼ cup sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
Optional glaze:
2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
1 tablespoon milk
¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prepare the bread:
Cut each slice of bread into 3–4 thick “fingers.”
2. Make the egg mixture:
Whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla, cinnamon, and sugar in a shallow dish.
3. Coat the bread:
Dip each bread finger into the egg mixture, letting excess drip off.
4. Cook until golden:
Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Fry the coated bread fingers for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crisp.
5. Toss in cinnamon sugar:
Combine the cinnamon and sugar coating mixture in a bowl. Roll each cooked French toast finger in it while warm.
6. Make the glaze (optional):
Mix cream cheese, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Drizzle or serve on the side for dipping.
Pro Tips & FAQs
Can I use brioche or challah bread? Absolutely! They soak up the mixture beautifully for richer flavor.
Can I make these ahead? Yes — refrigerate for 2 days or freeze for up to 1 month, then reheat in a toaster oven.
What’s the best dip? Try cream cheese glaze, vanilla icing, or maple syrup.
Nutrition Summary
| Serving Size | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Sugar | Fiber |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 serving | 320 | 9g | 38g | 14g | 15g | 2g |
Disclaimer: Nutrition data is approximate and may vary by ingredients.
