Your New Favorite Brunch: Cinnamon Roll French Toast Roll-Ups

These Cinnamon Roll French Toast Roll-Ups are a dreamy blend of your favorite weekend treats—sweet cinnamon rolls and classic French toast—merged into one easy, satisfying breakfast. They’re warm, gooey, and filled with cinnamon flavor, all while using simple, better-for-you ingredients that keep things light and indulgent at the same time.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Fun & Portable: Easy to roll, dip, and enjoy—perfect for kids and adults alike.
Classic Flavor Combo: Cinnamon sugar filling wrapped in golden French toast—what’s not to love?
Lighter Ingredients: Uses whole-grain bread and light cream cheese to cut down on calories.
Great for Brunch: A crowd-pleasing addition to any breakfast table or brunch spread.

Ingredients

• 12 slices low-calorie or whole wheat sandwich bread (crusts removed)
• 3 tbsp light cream cheese, softened
• 2 tbsp powdered sugar substitute (or regular if preferred)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 2 eggs
• 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk (or skim milk)
• 1 tbsp light butter or cooking spray
• Optional: sugar-free maple syrup or Greek yogurt for dipping

Instructions

Prepare the Filling

• In a small bowl, mix cream cheese, powdered sugar substitute, cinnamon, and vanilla until smooth and creamy.

Flatten and Fill the Bread

• Using a rolling pin, flatten each slice of bread.
• Spread about 1 tsp of the cinnamon cream cheese mixture on each slice.
• Roll the bread tightly from one end to the other to form roll-ups.

Make the Egg Mixture

• In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs and almond milk.

Cook the Roll-Ups

• Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat and lightly coat with butter or cooking spray.
• Dip each roll-up into the egg mixture, coating all sides.
• Cook in the skillet for 2–3 minutes per side, turning until golden brown on all sides.

Serve

• Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
• Serve warm with sugar-free maple syrup, a dusting of cinnamon, or a dollop of Greek yogurt.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 160 | Carbs: 18g | Fat: 6g | Protein: 7g | Fiber: 3g

Tips for Success

• Seal the Ends: Press lightly on the edges to help the filling stay inside during cooking.
• Use Day-Old Bread: Slightly stale bread rolls easier and holds its shape better.
• Serve Immediately: These are best hot and fresh for the gooey texture and warm cinnamon flavor.
• Get Creative: Try filling them with mashed banana, chopped apples, or a drizzle of peanut butter for variety.

Why This Recipe Works

• Balanced Sweetness: The cinnamon cream cheese adds richness without being overly sugary.
• Great Texture: Crisped edges with a soft center make every bite satisfying.
• Kid-Friendly and Adult-Approved: A fun twist on traditional French toast everyone will enjoy.
• Customizable: Can easily be adapted to suit different dietary needs or flavor preferences.

Cinnamon Roll French Toast Roll-Ups deliver all the nostalgic flavor of a bakery-fresh cinnamon roll, paired with the coziness of French toast. Whether you’re whipping these up for a weekend breakfast or a brunch with friends, they’re easy, impressive, and irresistibly delicious.