Cinnamon Roll French Toast

The perfect combination of homemade cinnamon rolls and French toast is this easy recipe for Cinnamon Roll French Toast. Made with slices of cinnamon bread dipped in beaten eggs then fried and topped with a sweet homemade sugary glaze.

You can make for any day - even if you're short on time because it's ready in 20 minutes and only takes a few pantry staple ingredients. This recipe is even perfect for Christmas morning!

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The best breakfast ever! Imagine the taste of warm, doughy cinnamon rolls biting into soft French toast!

What's not to love about homemade cinnamon rolls or French toast for breakfast? How about if we combine these two delicious flavors into one amazing recipe?

Slices of cinnamon bread dipped in beaten eggs then fried and topped with a sweet homemade sugary glaze, the same as my Easy Cinnamon Roll Bread Recipe.

Looking for more recipes to serve for breakfast? Try my Spinach Egg Bacon Frittata, Buttermilk Pancakes or my favorite Blueberry Muffins with Crumb Topping...yum!

Table of Contents

• What bread do you use for French toast?
• How to make icing for French toast?
• 🛒Helpful Kitchen Tools
• Main Ingredients Needed
• Step-by-Step Directions
• Cooking Instructions
• Make the Cinnamon Roll Glaze
• Before You Begin!
• Serving Tips
• Substitutions and Variations
• Freezing Tips
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• 💬 Comments

What bread do you use for French toast?

This is the first time I'm using a cinnamon/raisin bread to create homemade French toast. I usually find myself reaching for the classic sliced white bread, like I do with my Freezer French Toast Recipe.

When it comes to French toast, there is nothing better than the perfect bread. While some people swear by Texas toast, others prefer a thicker cut of sandwich bread for an extra denseness when eating.

It also works with whatever toppings you're in the mood for- from butter and syrup, to apples and caramel. Try my Texas Toast French Toast Casserole.

Another favorite I also like using thick slices of challah, which is slightly less sweet than brioche - it adds a nice contrast when you add some sugar to your batter. I use this bread for my Overnight French Toast Casserole.

No matter what type of bread you use for your French toast, you can be sure of one thing- it's always going to be delicious!

How to make icing for French toast?

For a delicious twist on this classic breakfast staple, try adding a few extra touches and make an easy powdered sugar icing to drizzle over the top of the slices right before serving.

Making your own homemade powdered sugar icing is easy and only requires two ingredients. All you need is some powdered sugar and heavy cream. Start by combining 2 cups of powdered sugar into a bowl and gradually adding ¼ cup of heavy cream while stirring.

You can also use homemade cream cheese frosting for a more decadent breakfast! Depending on how thick you'd like it, you can add more or less cream until it reaches the desired consistency.

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Main Ingredients Needed

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• Cinnamon Swirl Bread - I used Pepperidge Farm Cinnamon Swirl Bread for this recipe, but any other brand will do. You could also use plain white bread or even a cinnamon raisin bread would be delicious.
• Eggs
• Milk
• Maple syrup
• Cinnamon sugar mixture - either homemade or store-bought.
• Powdered sugar
• Vanilla

📌Baking Tip: You can easily make homemade cinnamon sugar by combining ½ cup sugar with 2 tablespoons cinnamon.

Step-by-Step Directions

• Step 1: Combine the eggs, milk, maple syrup and cinnamon/sugar mixture in a large casserole dish.

• Step 2: Add the cinnamon bread slices and coat each one on both sides.

Cooking Instructions

• Step 3: Cook the bread slices on a lightly greased electric skillet on medium heat until browned on one side.
• Step 4: You can also use a traditional skillet on top of the stove if you prefer.
• Step 5: After a few minutes, flip each slice of bread and continue cooking until both sides are golden brown.

Make the Cinnamon Roll Glaze

This is the same glaze used for my Easy Cinnamon Roll Bread. It comes together really quick:

• ½ cup powdered sugar
• ¼ teaspoon vanilla
• 1 tablespoon milk

• Step 6: Combine the ingredients for the glaze in a small bowl and immediately pour over the Cinnamon Roll French Toast slices.

Serving Tips

• Serve the French toast immediately adding the powdered sugar glaze right before you sit down to eat.
• You could also add a little butter and, of course, syrup.
• We like our syrup warmed in the microwave for a few minutes. 
• Another delicious way is to serve either Homemade Strawberry Sauce or Homemade Blueberry Sauce in place of the powdered sugar glaze.

Substitutions and Variations

• If you're serving this for a holiday breakfast, you can sprinkle some fun Christmas sprinkles on top and around the plate.
• Try using cinnamon/raisin bread!

Freezing Tips

• Lay any leftover French Toast in a single layer on a baking sheet that's been covered in either waxed paper, parchment paper or even aluminum foil.
• Next, place the tray in the freezer.
• Leave the tray in the freezer for about 30 to 40 minutes.
• Remove the FROZEN French Toast slices and place in a freezer safe container or bag.

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