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A close-up of a beautifully arranged breakfast spread on a white marble cooktop. A plate of Hawaiian Roll French Toast Bites is drizzled with syrup, topped with fresh fruit, and lightly dusted with powdered sugar. A small dish of honey and a scoop of vanilla ice cream sit nearby, adding an extra touch of indulgence.

Delicious Hawaiian Roll French Toast Recipe

This Hawaiian Roll French Toast is soft, buttery, and caramelized to perfection! Infused with vanilla and cinnamon, it delivers an indulgent, melt-in-your-mouth experience—perfect for a dreamy breakfast or brunch!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 140
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 12 pack of Kings sweet Hawaiian Rolls
  • 3 large eggs
  • ¾ cup half and half or whole milk if that's all you have
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 small pinch salt
  • 4 tablespoons butter salted or unsalted is fine
  • Powdered sugar fresh fruit, and syrup for topping

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Shallow dish
  • Large skillet or griddle
  • Spatula
  • Measuring spoons and cups

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, whisk together eggs, half and half, vanilla extract, cinnamon, brown sugar, and a pinch of salt.
    A close-up of a glass mixing bowl on a white marble cooktop, filled with eggs, half-and-half, vanilla extract, cinnamon, brown sugar, and a pinch of salt. A whisk is blending the ingredients together into a smooth, golden mixture, ready to coat the Hawaiian rolls.
  2. Slice Hawaiian rolls in half and dip each piece into the mixture, coating both sides.
    A close-up of a wooden cutting board on a white marble cooktop, where a pack of King's Hawaiian Rolls is being carefully sliced in half. A sharp knife rests beside the rolls, ready to cut the next piece for perfectly portioned French toast bites.
  3. Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat.
  4. Place the soaked rolls onto the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
  5. Remove from heat and dust with powdered sugar.
    A close-up of a serving plate on a white marble cooktop, holding freshly cooked Hawaiian Roll French Toast Bites. The golden-brown pieces are dusted with powdered sugar, adding a light sweetness and an elegant finishing touch.
  6. Serve warm with fresh fruit, syrup, or your favorite toppings.
  7. For extra indulgence, drizzle with honey or add a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
  8. Enjoy immediately while warm and fluffy!
    A close-up of a beautifully arranged breakfast spread on a white marble cooktop. A plate of Hawaiian Roll French Toast Bites is drizzled with syrup, topped with fresh fruit, and lightly dusted with powdered sugar. A small dish of honey and a scoop of vanilla ice cream sit nearby, adding an extra touch of indulgence.