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Hawaiian Roll French Toast Bake

A delightful breakfast combining sweet Hawaiian rolls soaked in a rich custard, baked to perfection for a comforting and easy dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American, Tropical
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 12 rolls Hawaiian rolls, cut into cubes
  • 6 large large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • a pinch salt
Optional Toppings
  • fresh fruit for serving
  • whipped cream for serving
  • maple syrup for serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
  3. Cut the Hawaiian rolls into bite-sized cubes and place them evenly into the prepared baking dish.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, vanilla extract, cinnamon, sugar, and salt until well combined.
  5. Pour the custard mixture evenly over the cubed rolls, ensuring all pieces are well soaked.
Baking
  1. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
  2. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15–20 minutes until the top is golden brown and the custard is set.
Serving
  1. Allow the bake to cool for a few minutes before serving.
  2. Top with fresh fruit, whipped cream, or a drizzle of maple syrup, and enjoy your delicious creation!

Notes

Use day-old rolls for better soaking; experiment with flavors and add-ins like chocolate chips or nuts; store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.