Sausage French Toast Roll-Ups are a fun and delicious twist on a classic breakfast. These golden, crispy rolls are stuffed with savory sausage and coated in a sweet cinnamon-sugar mixture, creating the perfect balance of flavors. Whether you’re making them for a weekend brunch or as a special breakfast for your family, these roll-ups are sure to impress!
Recipe Overview
Servings: 4-6
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Calories: ~250-300 kcal per serving (depending on size and ingredients)
Ingredients
For the French Toast Roll-Ups:
- 6 slices of white or whole wheat bread (preferably a day or two old for better texture)
- 6 breakfast sausage links (cooked and crumbled) or 1/2 cup sausage crumbles
- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- Butter or oil for cooking
For the Cinnamon Sugar Coating:
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
1. Prepare the Sausage:
- If you’re using sausage links, cook them according to the package instructions. Crumble the cooked sausage into small pieces and set aside.
2. Prepare the Bread:
- Trim the crusts off the bread slices and flatten each slice with a rolling pin to make them easier to roll.
- Place a spoonful of the crumbled sausage in the center of each slice of bread. Roll the bread up tightly around the sausage.
3. Make the French Toast Mixture:
- In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt until smooth and well combined.
4. Cook the Roll-Ups:
- Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat and add a little butter or oil to coat the pan.
- Dip each roll-up into the egg mixture, ensuring it’s fully coated, then carefully place it in the skillet. Cook the roll-ups for 2-3 minutes on each side, until golden brown and crispy.
- You may need to cook the roll-ups in batches, depending on the size of your skillet.
5. Prepare the Cinnamon-Sugar Coating:
- While the roll-ups are cooking, mix the granulated sugar and cinnamon together in a small bowl.
6. Coat the Roll-Ups:
- Once all the roll-ups are cooked, immediately roll each one in the cinnamon-sugar mixture to coat it evenly.
7. Serve and Enjoy:
- Serve the Sausage French Toast Roll-Ups warm, with a side of maple syrup or your favorite dipping sauce.
Tips & Variations
- Add Cheese: You can add a little shredded cheese to the sausage before rolling it up in the bread for an extra cheesy twist.
- Try Different Meats: Swap out the sausage for cooked bacon or ham for a different flavor profile.
- Make Them Sweet: For a sweeter version, fill the rolls with cream cheese and fruit preserves, or make them with bacon and a drizzle of maple syrup.
- Make-Ahead Option: Prepare the sausage and bread rolls the night before, and refrigerate them until you’re ready to cook in the morning.
These Sausage French Toast Roll-Ups are a fun, easy breakfast that combines savory and sweet elements. Perfect for any brunch or breakfast gathering, they’re sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
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Sausage French Toast Roll-Ups Recipe – A Sweet and Savory Breakfast Delight!
- Total Time: 25 minutes
Description
Sausage French Toast Roll-Ups are a fun and delicious twist on a classic breakfast. These golden, crispy rolls are stuffed with savory sausage and coated in a sweet cinnamon-sugar mixture, creating the perfect balance of flavors. Whether you’re making them for a weekend brunch or as a special breakfast for your family, these roll-ups are sure to impress!
Ingredients
For the French Toast Roll-Ups:
- 6 slices of white or whole wheat bread (preferably a day or two old for better texture)
- 6 breakfast sausage links (cooked and crumbled) or 1/2 cup sausage crumbles
- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- Butter or oil for cooking
For the Cinnamon Sugar Coating:
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
1. Prepare the Sausage:
- If you’re using sausage links, cook them according to the package instructions. Crumble the cooked sausage into small pieces and set aside.
2. Prepare the Bread:
- Trim the crusts off the bread slices and flatten each slice with a rolling pin to make them easier to roll.
- Place a spoonful of the crumbled sausage in the center of each slice of bread. Roll the bread up tightly around the sausage.
3. Make the French Toast Mixture:
- In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt until smooth and well combined.
4. Cook the Roll-Ups:
- Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat and add a little butter or oil to coat the pan.
- Dip each roll-up into the egg mixture, ensuring it’s fully coated, then carefully place it in the skillet. Cook the roll-ups for 2-3 minutes on each side, until golden brown and crispy.
- You may need to cook the roll-ups in batches, depending on the size of your skillet.
5. Prepare the Cinnamon-Sugar Coating:
- While the roll-ups are cooking, mix the granulated sugar and cinnamon together in a small bowl.
6. Coat the Roll-Ups:
- Once all the roll-ups are cooked, immediately roll each one in the cinnamon-sugar mixture to coat it evenly.
7. Serve and Enjoy:
- Serve the Sausage French Toast Roll-Ups warm, with a side of maple syrup or your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Add Cheese: You can add a little shredded cheese to the sausage before rolling it up in the bread for an extra cheesy twist.
- Try Different Meats: Swap out the sausage for cooked bacon or ham for a different flavor profile.
- Make Them Sweet: For a sweeter version, fill the rolls with cream cheese and fruit preserves, or make them with bacon and a drizzle of maple syrup.
- Make-Ahead Option: Prepare the sausage and bread rolls the night before, and refrigerate them until you’re ready to cook in the morning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: ~250-300 kcal per serving (depending on size and ingredients)