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    Home » Recipes » Party Appetizers

    Hawaiian Sweet Bread French Toast

    Published: Mar 8, 2022 · Modified: Mar 8, 2022 by Aleka Shunk · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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    If you've never had Hawaiian Sweet Bread French Toast before, you are missing out!! Sweet thick slices of Hawaiian bread are battered in a delicious custard before being pan fried until golden brown. It is a great recipe to make for a brunch party like a bridal or baby shower, since it holds up well in chafing dishes. I use King's Hawaiian sweet rolls for this recipe because it is easy to find but you can use any sweet bread you have.

    If you love french toast, you need to try my Cinnamon Sugar Brioche French Toast Bites! (They're made with Cinnamon Toast Crunch!)

    Hawaiian sweet bread French toast on a plate with berries and maple syrup.

    I am happy to share that I partnered with Dairy Council of Florida to bring you this delicious breakfast treat!

    My kids LOVE french toast in the morning especially when it's made with a SWEET bread like Hawaiian rolls. This recipe is something I make very often for them because it is both delicious AND a good source of protein, calcium and vitamin D.

    If you love sweet breakfast recipes, try my Baked Strawberry Donuts!

    Contents hide
    1 🍞 How Is Hawaiian Bread Different?
    2 🛒 Ingredients
    3 📝 How To Make Hawaiian Bread French Toast
    4 📌 Expert Tips
    5 ⏰ Can I Make This In Advance? In Bulk?
    6 ❓FAQ's
    6.1 Other Breakfast Recipes You Will Love:
    7 Hawaiian Sweet Bread French Toast
    7.1 Ingredients
    7.2 Instructions
    7.3 Recipe Notes

    🍞 How Is Hawaiian Bread Different?

    Hawaiian bread is sweeter, flakier and fluffy on the inside. It resembles brioche bread in flavor and textue. Hawaiian bread can come in a few different forms such as rolls, sliced or a larger loaf.

    Many people wonder, what IS the best type of bread for French Toast?

    Brioche and Hawaiian bread are in my opinion, the best kind to use.

    BOTH are naturally sweeter than your classic white bread which allows me to leave out the sugar that most french toast recipes use.

    For THIS french toast recipe, I used King's Hawaiian mini slider rolls. King's Hawaiian also has sliced bread and a loaf although I often have a tougher time finding those varieties in my grocery store.

    I love how much THICKER and fluffier the Hawaiian buns are as opposed to the classic sliced white bread.

    If you love their Hawaiian rolls, try my Pull Apart Cheesesteak Sliders. (I use the same rolls!)

    Ingredients to make sweet roll French toast on table.

    🛒 Ingredients

    • Hawaiian Sweet Rolls- You can use mini buns or slice your own.
    • Milk- I recommend using whole milk, buttermilk, or cream. It offers a more rich french toast as opposed to 2% or fat free milk.
    • Eggs- Eggs are a staple ingredient in french toast and are what create the custard consistency and delicious flavor.
    • Vanilla Extract- Vanilla adds yummy flavor to your custard but it but is not a must ingredient.
    • Cinnamon- I like to add a touch of cinnamon to my french toast but this is also optional.
    Photo collage showing how to make Hawaiian bread french toast.

    📝 How To Make Hawaiian Bread French Toast

    Step 1: If using Hawaiian rolls, tear them apart and allow them to sit out for an hour or two if possible. This prevents soggy french toast!

    Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, add your eggs, milk, vanilla and cinnamon. Whisk well.

    Step 3: Toss in your semi-stale bread and allow it to soak in the custard mixture for a few minutes or until it is soaked but not overly saurated.

    Step 4: Add 2-3 tablespoons of butter to a skillet set over medium heat and add your soaked hawaiian bread one at a time.

    Step 5: Saute the bread on both sides until golden brown a slightly crispy.

    📃 NOTE: You can print exact quantities with detailed instructions below!

    Hawaiian roll french toast stacked on a small plate with syrup and fruit.

    📌 Expert Tips

    • Keep your heat LOWER than normal and turn it up as needed. If the outside burns quickly, the inside will not cook.
    • Feel free to add other spices or extracts to your custard mixture if desired.
    • Using cream in your custard will give your french toast a richer flavor profile.
    • Allowing the bread to dry out a bit will prevent it from getting too soggy in the custard and prevent it from falling apart.

    ⏰ Can I Make This In Advance? In Bulk?

    Yes and yes! I do recommend if you are serving this french toast to a larger crowd or do not have much time in the morning, to make it ahead of time. The best way to do this is to fry up your french toast according to the instructions. Once cooled, add it to a tupperware container with a lid and store in the fridge.

    Reheat the french toast within 3 days in the oven at 350 degrees. The french toast is ready when it is warmed through. No need to cover it.

    Keep warm in the oven at a warm setting or 200 degrees F if you are expecting company. (You may want to cover it at this point to prevent it from drying out.)

    Freeze the french toast in an airtight container or freezer bag for up to 8 weeks. Reheat in the oven at 325 F until fully thawed and warmed through.

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    Close up of Hawaiian roll french toast on plate with butter, syrup and berries.

    ❓FAQ's

    How do I keep my french toast from getting soggy?

    It's important to use a good amount of fat in the pan. The fat is what will crisp up the exterior of your french toast. Then, allow your french toast to cool on a wire rack to maintain its crispy texture.

    Can I use any type of Hawaiian bread?

    Yes! Use whatever you can find. Just make sure it about ¾-1" in thickness.

    Can I make this in the air fryer or in my oven?

    Yes! Just make sure you allow any excess egg mixture to drip off before adding. You want a high temperature so the exterior browns nicely.

    Why do you put milk in French toast?

    The fat in the milk helps to brown the french toast nicely and loosen the eggs a bit to help the custard soak into the bread better.

    Other Breakfast Recipes You Will Love:

    No Bisquick Sausage Balls

    Mini Silver Dollar Pancakes

    Egg Custard Tarts (Using A Muffin Tin!)

    Starbucks Egg Bites In The Oven

    Healthy Banana Walnut Mini Muffins

    Close up of Hawaiian roll french toast with berries and maple syrup on a dark plate.

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    Hawaiian roll french toast with syrup pouring over top.

    Hawaiian Sweet Bread French Toast

    If you've never had Hawaiian Sweet Bread French Toast before, you are missing out!! Sweet thick slices of Hawaiian bread are battered in a delicious custard before being pan fried until golden brown.
    5 from 2 votes
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    Course: Breakfast, lunch
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 15 minutes
    Total Time: 25 minutes
    Servings: 6 people
    Calories:
    Author: Aleka Shunk

    Ingredients

    • 1 package Hawaiian bread (*see note below)
    • 3 large eggs
    • ¼ cup milk or cream
    • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
    • ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
    • pinch of salt
    • 6-8 tablespoon butter

    Instructions

    • If not using pre-sliced bread, slice your Hawaiian rolls in half (if using the mini sliders) or in ¾-1" thick slices (is using a loaf).
    • If possible, allow your bread to dry out a bit. Using semi-stale bread will crisp up better preventing a soggy french toast.
    • Add your eggs, vanilla, milk, cinnamon and salt to a large mixing bowl. Whisk well.
    • Add 2-3 tablespoons of butter to a skillet set over medium heat.
    • Toss a few slices of bread into your custard mixture and coat thoroughly making sure not to tear it.
      Tip* Add your bread to the mixture as you fry. Letting it sit in the custard mixture too far in advance will make it soggy.
    • Fry the bread in 2-3 batches in your skillet keeping an eye on the heat.
    • After a few minutes, flip your slices. You are looking for the bottom to turn golden brown and crispy. If the bread is browning too quickly, turn down your heat!
    • Allow french toast to drain on a wire rack and serve hot! You can also keep your bread warm in the oven at 200°F until ready to serve.

    Recipe Notes

    *There are a few different options depending on what's available to you. In this recipe, I used King's Hawaiian mini slider rolls. You can also use a loaf or pre-sliced bread if that's what you find.
    Store french toast in the fridge for up to 3 days or in the freezer for 8 weeks. Reheat in the oven at 325 F until just warmed through.
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