Make Amazing Hawaiian Roll French Toast

Introduction

There’s something irresistible about transforming soft, sweet Hawaiian rolls into crowd-pleasing French toast. With their pillowy texture and buttery notes, King’s Hawaiian rolls soak up a luscious custard and fry up to golden perfection. This recipe is pure comfort food, making it ideal for special brunches, family breakfasts, or a joyful weekend treat.

Why make Hawaiian Roll French Toast? It delivers unbeatable flavor and fluffiness while looking beautiful when served in a stack. The rolls’ subtle sweetness pairs magically with maple syrup, fresh fruit, and a dusting of powdered sugar—guaranteed to impress a hungry crowd or please picky kids.

Why Hawaiian Roll French Toast Steals the Show

Classic French toast is always good, but when made with Hawaiian rolls, it reaches new heights. The rolls’ signature sweetness and soft, billowy crumb means every bite is extra moist inside, while the outside develops a lovely crispness. This French toast version brings a tropical twist to your table, especially if you finish with coconut flakes or macadamia nuts.

Making the Cinnamon Custard

The heart of this recipe is a rich, eggy custard that infuses the rolls with flavor. Whisk together eggs, whole milk, a hint of cream, real vanilla, cinnamon, and a dash of nutmeg for depth. For perfectly smooth blending, use a high-powered Ninja BL610 Professional 72 Oz Countertop Blender, Black. This ensures the custard is lump-free and easy for dunking the rolls.

Let your Hawaiian rolls sit out for a few hours if possible, as slightly stale bread will absorb more custard and maintain the best texture.

How to Cook Perfect Hawaiian Roll French Toast

To get beautifully browned and nonstick results, choose a high-quality skillet like the SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet, 9.5 Inch. Preheat over medium and add a little butter for flavor. Gently dip the Hawaiian rolls (whole or halved) in the custard, allowing them to soak but not break apart. Let any excess drip off before laying them in the hot pan.

Fry each side until golden, about two minutes per side. If you’re serving a crowd, transfer finished pieces to a baking sheet lined with Reynolds Kitchens Brown Parchment Paper Roll, 45 Square Feet and keep warm in a low oven.

Topping and Serving Ideas for Maximum Enjoyment

Lay your golden Hawaiian Roll French Toast on a platter and unleash your creativity with the toppings. Dust with powdered sugar, pile on fresh berries, or drizzle with pure maple syrup. Add a tropical flair with toasted coconut chips or macadamia nuts. Fresh fruit can be artfully sliced with the help of the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper for uniform presentation.

Whether presented as individual pieces or baked casserole-style for a brunch buffet, these French toast bites are a guaranteed favorite!

Nutritional Information and Serving Size

This recipe serves 4–6, depending on how hungry your crowd is. Each serving (about 2 pieces) delivers approximately 250–300 calories, not including toppings. Perfect for an indulgent but portion-friendly breakfast.

Make Amazing Hawaiian Roll French Toast (Recap)

Using Hawaiian rolls as your base turns everyday French toast into something extraordinary. The contrasting textures and playful sweetness are sure to wow at your next brunch, making it the undisputed star of any breakfast spread.

Instructions

1. Preheat your skillet (preferably the SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet, 9.5 Inch) over medium heat.
2. In a large bowl or a Ninja BL610 Professional 72 Oz Countertop Blender, Black, blend eggs, milk, cream, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until completely smooth.
3. Carefully separate or halve the Hawaiian rolls (keeping intact if desired). Quickly dip each roll into the custard, coating all sides but without oversoaking.
4. Add about 1 tablespoon of butter to the skillet. Once melted and foaming, add the dipped Hawaiian rolls in batches. Cook each side for about 2 minutes, until golden brown and warmed through.
5. For serving a crowd, transfer cooked rolls to a baking sheet lined with Reynolds Kitchens Brown Parchment Paper Roll, 45 Square Feet and keep warm in a 200°F oven while you finish remaining batches.
6. Serve the French toast warm, topped with maple syrup, fruit (prepped using the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper for quick dicing), and your desired garnishes.

Cook and Prep Times

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes

Enjoy this easy, extraordinary upgrade on classic French toast that guarantees smiles all around!