Instructions

1. Begin by gathering all your ingredients: 8 slices of bread, 4 large eggs, 1/4 cup of milk, 1 tsp of vanilla extract, 1/2 cup of sugar, 1 tbsp of cinnamon, and butter for frying.
2. In a medium-sized mixing bowl, crack the 4 large eggs. Add the 1/4 cup of milk and 1 tsp of vanilla extract. Whisk together until the mixture is well combined and slightly frothy.
3. In a separate shallow dish, combine the 1/2 cup of sugar and 1 tbsp of cinnamon. Mix well to create a cinnamon-sugar mixture.
4. Take each slice of bread and carefully flatten it with a rolling pin or your hands to make it easier to roll up later.
5. Dip each flattened slice of bread into the egg mixture, ensuring both sides are coated but not overly soggy.
6. After dipping in the egg mixture, place a small amount of your desired filling (such as cream cheese, Nutella, or fruit) along one edge of the bread slice. Roll the bread tightly around the filling to form a roll-up.
7. Repeat the process for all 8 slices of bread, ensuring each roll-up is secure. You should have 8 roll-ups in total.
8. In a large skillet, melt a generous amount of butter over medium heat. Make sure the skillet is hot before adding the roll-ups.
9. Once the butter is melted and bubbling, add the roll-ups to the skillet, seam side down. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
10. Once cooked, remove the roll-ups from the skillet and immediately roll them in the cinnamon-sugar mixture, ensuring they are well coated.
11. Transfer the cinnamon French toast roll-ups to a serving plate and serve warm. Optionally, you can drizzle with maple syrup, add fresh fruit, or sprinkle with powdered sugar for extra sweetness.