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Daniel Hayes

Cinnamon Roll French Toast Rolls

A high-protein, low-carb twist on classic French toast with a cinnamon roll center. Crispy exterior, gooey cinnamon filling, and a creamy alcohol-free cream cheese glaze make this a satisfying, macro-friendly breakfast.
Print Recipe
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Breakfast Recipes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 190
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 12 slices white bread, crusts removed
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 3 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Powdered sugar for glaze
  • 1 tbsp heavy cream

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
  2. In a bowl, mix butter, cream cheese, brown sugar, and cinnamon until smooth
  3. On each flattened bread slice, spread cinnamon mixture in a 2-inch wide strip down the center
  4. Roll each bread tightly around the filling
  5. Dip rolls in egg mixture until fully coated
  6. Place seam-side down on a baking sheet
  7. Bake 18-22 minutes until golden
  8. While warm, make glaze by mixing powdered sugar and cream, then drizzle over rolls

Notes

For keto version: Use high-protein low-carb bread and substitute brown sugar with monk fruit sweetener
Store leftovers in an airtight container up to 3 days
Top with fresh berries or chopped nuts for added texture
Adjust cinnamon strength to taste