Recipes

Cinnamon Roll French Toast

by Meal Plans.
July 21, 2026
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Why This Fried Cinnamon Sugar Sandwich Is Pure Comfort

Buttery, crispy, and packed with cinnamon-sugar goodness—this fried sandwich is the ultimate indulgence. Two slices of thick white bread are filled with a brown sugar butter paste, dipped in a creamy egg wash, and fried to golden perfection. Topped with a tangy cream cheese glaze, it’s like French toast and a cinnamon roll had the most delicious baby.

ESTIMATED NUTRITION (PER SANDWICH)

Calories: 580 Protein: 12g Carbs: 65g Fat: 30g

Ingredients:

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  •   2 slices white bread
  •   1 egg
  •   1 tbsp milk
  •   1 tsp cinnamon powder
  •   2 tbsp softened butter
  •   4 tbsp brown sugar
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Ingredients are subject to availability at local stores. Unavailable items will be automatically substituted at best-effort.

Directions

  1. Make the filling: In a small bowl, combine the softened butter and brown sugar until you get a smooth, spreadable paste.
  2. Assemble the sandwich: Spread the butter-sugar mixture evenly between the two slices of thick white bread. Press them together firmly to form a sandwich.
  3. Prepare the egg wash: In a shallow dish, whisk together the egg, milk, and cinnamon powder until well combined.
  4. Dip and soak: Dip the assembled sandwich into the egg mixture, making sure both sides are fully coated and soaked for a few seconds.
  5. Fry to golden perfection: Heat a pan over medium heat. Add the sandwich and fry for about 2 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
  6. Serve: Remove from the pan, let it rest for a minute, then serve warm with a generous drizzle of cream cheese glaze. Enjoy!

Pro Tips

  • Bread matters: Use thick, sturdy white bread like Texas toast or brioche—it holds up better to soaking and frying.
  • Don’t rush the soak: Let the sandwich sit in the egg mixture for 10–15 seconds per side to absorb the custard fully.
  • Perfect heat: Medium heat is key. Too high and the outside burns before the inside gets warm and gooey.
  • Glaze it up: For the cream cheese glaze, simply whisk together 2 oz cream cheese, 2 tbsp powdered sugar, and 1 tbsp milk until smooth.

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