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    Hawaiian Roll French Toast (+ Video)

    September 1, 2023 By Brandy 1 Comment

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    Hawaiian roll French toast is a fun twist on an old classic! Hawaiian rolls are dipped in eggs and milk and then cooked until golden brown. Serve with fruit or maple syrup!

    You might also like our quick 90-minute cinnamon rolls, puffy German pancakes, or favorite blueberry muffins.

    Hawaiian roll French toast

    Watch our step by step video!

    two pieces of French toast with maple syrup

    What are Hawaiian Rolls?

    Hawaiian rolls are a sweet bread that originated in Hawaii. We like King's Hawaiian rolls, buns, and round bread. Sweetened with a combination of sugar and pineapple juice they are sweet, soft and SO SO good. Hawaiian rolls are perfect for so many things. I love making turkey melt sliders and mini Philly cheesesteak sandwiches with them and today we're making French toast.

    Hawaiian Roll French Toast

    If you're looking for an EASY and delicious breakfast look no further. These soft and sweet Hawaiian rolls are the perfect size to make tiny slices of French toast. You'll love them with homemade caramel syrup or our simple homemade jam (made from frozen berries!).

    Hawaiian roll French toast and blueberries

    You'll Need The Following Ingredients

    • Hawaiian rolls
    • eggs
    • milk
    • cinnamon
    • butter (to grease pan or griddle)

    French toast rolls in a tray, dipped in eggs and milk and cooked

    How to make Hawaiian roll French toast

     

    Slice rolls in half, width-wise.

    Whisk eggs, milk, and cinnamon together in a shallow bowl or pie pan.

    Heat griddle or skillet on medium to medium-high. Brush with butter to prevent sticking.

    Hawaiian roll French toast on a griddle

    Dip roll halves in the eggs/milk mixture. Flip over to coat the other side.

    Work in small batches to keep the rolls from getting soggy in the milk/egg mixture.

    Immediately transfer the rolls to the griddle and cook for 2-3 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook the other side.

    Hawaiian roll French toast on platter

    Favorite French Toast Toppings

    • Powdered Sugar
    • Raspberry Sauce
    • Maple or Caramel Syrup
    • Blueberry Sauce
    • Homemade Jam
    • Fresh Fruit

    Hawaiian roll French toast stacked on a plate with blueberries

    If you have leftovers you can store them in the refrigerator and reheat them in the toaster.

    Hawaiian Roll French Toast

    Hawaiian roll French toast and blueberries

    Hawaiian Roll French Toast

    Hawaiian roll French toast is a fun twist on an old classic! Hawaiian rolls are dipped in eggs and milk and then cooked until golden brown. Serve with fruit or maple syrup!
    5 from 1 vote
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    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 3 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 13 minutes minutes
    Servings: 24 slices
    Calories: 66kcal

    Ingredients

    • 12 Hawaiian rolls
    • 3 large eggs
    • ⅔ cups milk
    • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

    Instructions

    • Slice rolls in half, width-wise.
      Whisk eggs, milk, and cinnamon together in a shallow bowl or pie pan.
    • Heat griddle or skillet on medium to medium-high. Brush with butter to prevent sticking.
    • Dip roll halves in the eggs/milk mixture. Flip over to coat the other side.
      Work in small batches to keep the rolls from getting soggy in the milk/egg mixture.
    • Immediately transfer the rolls to the griddle and cook for 2-3 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook the other side.
    • Serve with syrup, powdered sugar, or fruit.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 66kcal

     

     

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    About Brandy

    Welcome! I'm Brandy, mother to 5 darling kiddos and a cute black lab named Toby. My husband is in the Coast Guard so we've lived all over the place, turning each house into a home. I love baking, sewing, making cute things with my kids, and sharing what I've learned with all of you!

    Comments

    1. Brandy says

      May 30, 2025 at 11:26 am

      5 stars
      Hi everyone! Brandy here, Hawaiian rolls are so sweet and soft, they worked perfectly to make the French toast. Such a yummy and quick breakfast. Enjoy!

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