Hawaiian Roll French Toast (Printable Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ For the Custard
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4 large eggs
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1 cup whole milk
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1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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Pinch of salt
→ For the Bread
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1 package King’s Hawaiian sweet rolls (12-count), preferably day-old
→ For Cooking and Serving
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Unsalted butter, for cooking
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Pure maple syrup, for serving
# How to Make It:
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In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt until fully combined and slightly foamy.
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Carefully separate the Hawaiian rolls, keeping each one whole. Use a serrated knife to gently halve the rolls horizontally if desired for crispier edges, or leave them whole for a plusher texture.
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Working in batches, dip each roll or roll half into the custard, allowing it to absorb the liquid for 10–15 seconds per side. Avoid oversaturating to preserve structure.
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Heat a large nonstick skillet or griddle on medium heat. Add a generous amount of unsalted butter and allow it to melt until foamy.
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Place the soaked rolls onto the hot skillet. Cook for 2–3 minutes per side, or until deeply golden and lightly crisped. Add more butter to the pan as needed between batches.
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Serve the French toast rolls warm, drizzled generously with pure maple syrup.
# Additional Tips:
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Day-old Hawaiian rolls absorb the custard more thoroughly without falling apart, resulting in a perfectly tender interior.