Description
Sausage French Toast Roll-Ups are a fun, savory-sweet breakfast treat that wraps juicy sausage links in cinnamon-spiced French toast. Easy to prepare, these roll-ups are perfect for family meals, special occasions, or any time you’re craving a delicious, interactive breakfast.
Ingredients
- 8 slices of bread (white, whole wheat, or brioche)
- 8 cooked sausage links (use your preferred type of sausage)
Egg Mixture
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2 large eggs
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¼ cup milk
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1 tsp ground cinnamon
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1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
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Butter (for frying)
Serving Options
- Maple syrup
- Powdered sugar
Instructions
1. Cook the Sausages
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage links until fully cooked. Set them aside to cool slightly.
2. Prepare the Bread
- Trim the crusts from the bread slices.
- Using a rolling pin, flatten each slice of bread.
3. Assemble the Roll-Ups
- Place a cooked sausage link at one end of a flattened bread slice and roll it up tightly.
4. Prepare the Egg Mixture
- In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, cinnamon, and vanilla extract until well combined.
5. Dip and Cook
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a small amount of butter.
- Dip each bread roll-up into the egg mixture, ensuring it’s fully coated, then place it in the heated skillet.
- Cook, turning occasionally, until all sides are golden brown.
6. Serve
- Serve the roll-ups warm, with maple syrup or a dusting of powdered sugar if desired.
Notes
- Stuffed Options: Before rolling, add fillings like cream cheese with strawberry jam, Nutella, or peanut butter with sliced bananas.
- Savory Twist: Use herb-flavored sausages and add cheese to the filling for a savory version.
- Vegan Adaptation: Use plant-based sausages and vegan bread for a vegan-friendly version.
- Make-Ahead: Prepare the roll-ups and refrigerate overnight. Cook fresh in the morning for a quick breakfast.
- Freezer-Friendly: Freeze the cooked roll-ups in a single layer and store them in a freezer bag. Reheat in the oven or skillet.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
