Ingredients:

  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup (240 ml) whole milk or 2% milk
  • 2 tbsp (25 g) granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt
  • 8 Hawaiian rolls, sliced horizontally (about 1-inch thick slices)
  • 2 tbsp (28 g) unsalted butter, for frying
  • Maple syrup, warmed (optional)
  • Fresh pineapple chunks or berries (optional)
  • Shredded coconut, toasted if preferred (optional)
  • Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Whisk together eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt in a large bowl until fully combined and slightly frothy.
  2. Slice Hawaiian rolls horizontally into thick slices about 1 inch thick and set aside.
  3. Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and melt 1 tablespoon of butter.
  4. Dip each roll slice into the batter, soaking briefly about 10 seconds per side, ensuring it absorbs the mixture but doesn’t get overly soggy.
  5. Place dipped slices onto the hot skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through, adding more butter as needed for subsequent batches.
  6. Transfer cooked French toast to a cooling rack or warm plate and serve immediately with warm maple syrup and optional toppings such as fresh fruit, toasted coconut, or powdered sugar.