Description

These Strawberry French Toast Rolls are a delightful twist on the classic breakfast favorite. Soft slices of bread are flattened and rolled around fresh sliced strawberries, then dipped in a cinnamon-vanilla egg batter and cooked until golden brown. Finished with a dusting of powdered sugar, they make a deliciously sweet and visually appealing breakfast or brunch treat that serves four.

Ingredients

Scale

Bread and Fruit

8 slices of bread
1 cup of sliced strawberries

Egg Mixture

2 eggs
1/4 cup of milk
1 teaspoon of cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon of vanilla extract

Cooking and Garnish

2 tablespoons of butter
Powdered sugar for dusting

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Instructions

Flatten the bread: Using a rolling pin, press down on each slice of bread until it is evenly flattened, which makes it easier to roll and hold the filling.
Prepare the egg mixture: In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, cinnamon, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
Coat and fill the bread: Dip each flattened bread slice fully into the egg mixture, ensuring both sides are well coated. Then, place a layer of sliced strawberries on top of each slice.
Roll the bread slices: Carefully roll up each bread slice starting from one edge, encasing the strawberries inside. Secure the ends with toothpicks to prevent them from unrolling during cooking.
Heat the skillet and melt butter: Place a skillet over medium heat and melt the butter, preparing a non-stick surface for cooking the rolls.
Cook the rolls: Place the French toast rolls in the skillet and cook them, turning occasionally to ensure all sides become golden brown and slightly crisp.
Finish and garnish: Once cooked through and golden all around, remove the rolls from the skillet, take out the toothpicks, and dust the tops with powdered sugar.
Serve hot: Plate the rolls immediately so they remain warm, and enjoy this sweet and satisfying breakfast treat.

Notes

You can use sandwich bread or any soft bread for best results.
Make sure to secure the rolls tightly with toothpicks to prevent filling from leaking out during cooking.
For a richer flavor, use whole milk or add a splash of cream to the egg mixture.
Add nutmeg or orange zest to the egg mixture for an extra layer of flavor.
Serve with maple syrup or a dollop of whipped cream for added indulgence.