Which are better cinnamon rolls or french toast?
Which are better cinnamon rolls or french toast? is a easy American recipe that serves 4. 280 calories per serving. Recipe by Fitwaffle Kitchen on YouTube.
Prep: 12 min | Cook: 8 min | Total: 25 min
Cost: $5.89 total, $1.47 per serving
Ingredients
- 5 tbsp Unsalted Butter (softened for mixing; extra for pan)
- 2 tbsp Light Brown Sugar (packed)
- 2 tsp Ground Cinnamon (divided: 1 tsp for butter, 1 tsp for coating)
- 4 slices Bread (thick sliced brioche or Texas toast) (crust removed, flattened with rolling pin)
- 2 pieces Large Eggs (room temperature)
- 0.5 cup Milk (whole milk preferred)
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract (pure vanilla)
- 2 tbsp Granulated Sugar (for sweet coating)
- 4 oz Cream Cheese (softened)
- 0.5 cup Icing Sugar (sifted)
Instructions
Make Cinnamon Butter
Mix softened butter, light brown sugar, and 1 tsp ground cinnamon in a bowl until smooth and well combined.
Time: PT2M
Trim and Flatten Bread
Cut off the crusts of each bread slice, then place the slice on a cutting board and roll it flat with a rolling pin until it forms a thin rectangle.
Time: PT3M
Spread Cinnamon Butter and Roll
Spread a thin layer of the cinnamon butter over each flattened bread slice, then roll the slice tightly into a log shape.
Time: PT3M
Whisk Egg Mixture
In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until fully combined and slightly frothy.
Time: PT1M
Dip Rolls in Egg Wash
Quickly dip each rolled bread into the egg mixture, turning to coat all sides. Do not let the rolls soak.
Time: PT1M
Pan‑Fry Rolls
Melt the remaining butter in a skillet over medium heat (about 350°F). Add the coated rolls and cook each side until golden brown, about 3 minutes per side.
Time: PT7M
Temperature: 350°F
Add Sweet Coating
In a small bowl, combine granulated sugar and 1 tsp ground cinnamon. While the rolls are still warm, roll them in the mixture to coat evenly.
Time: PT1M
Prepare Cream Cheese Frosting
Beat softened cream cheese with icing sugar until smooth and creamy. Add a splash of milk if the frosting is too thick.
Time: PT2M
Finish and Serve
Pipe or drizzle the cream cheese icing over the warm rolls, or serve the icing on the side for dipping.
Time: PT1M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 280
- Protein
- 6g
- Carbohydrates
- 35g
- Fat
- 12g
- Fiber
- 1g
Dietary info: Vegetarian, Contains dairy, Contains gluten
Allergens: Milk, Eggs, Wheat (gluten), Cream cheese
Last updated: April 17, 2026






