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Cinnamon Roll French Toast Delight

Cinnamon Roll French Toast Delight

All the cozy flavors of cinnamon rolls meet classic French toast. Tender slices get griddled and finished with tangy cream cheese glaze.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 6

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 14 oz brioche bread, sliced thick about 8–10 slices
  • 0.75 cup well-beaten eggs about 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tsp pure vanilla extract divided use
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 3 tbsp packed light brown sugar
  • 0.25 tsp fine salt
  • 0.13 tsp ground nutmeg optional
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted plus more for the pan
  • 3 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 0.75 cup powdered sugar sifted if lumpy
  • 0.5 tsp vanilla extract for glaze
  • 1.5 tbsp milk for glaze, more as needed
  • 0.25 cup pure maple syrup for serving
  • 0.25 cup chopped pecans optional topping

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat a large nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly butter the surface.
  • Whisk eggs, milk, heavy cream, 1½ tsp vanilla, cinnamon, brown sugar, salt, and nutmeg in a wide bowl until smooth.
  • Stir in the melted butter. Pour the custard into a shallow dish for easy dipping.
  • Dip each bread slice 10–15 seconds per side until just saturated. Let excess drip off.
  • Cook slices on the hot griddle 3–4 minutes per side, until deep golden and set inside. Work in batches.
  • Beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Blend in remaining ½ tsp vanilla and milk to make a pourable glaze.
  • Plate the French toast. Drizzle with cream cheese glaze, add maple syrup, and sprinkle pecans if using. Serve warm.

Notes

Swap brioche for cinnamon-swirl bread for extra spice. To keep warm for a crowd, hold cooked slices on a sheet pan in a 250°F oven for up to 20 minutes. Leftovers reheat well in a toaster oven; freeze glazed slices on a tray, then store in a freezer bag for up to 1 month.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Cinnamon Roll French Toast Delight flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.