Ingredients
Scale
- 6 slices white bread, crusts removed
- 6 cooked breakfast sausage links
Egg Mixture
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup whole milk
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
For Cooking and Serving
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- Maple syrup, as needed for serving
- Powdered sugar, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Flatten the bread: Use a rolling pin to flatten each slice of white bread into an even surface. This creates a thin, pliable base that will easily wrap around the sausage without breaking.
- Roll the sausages: Place a cooked breakfast sausage link at one end of each flattened bread slice and roll tightly, enclosing the sausage completely. Ensure the edges are sealed to prevent the roll from opening during cooking.
- Prepare the egg mixture: In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and granulated sugar until well combined. This creates the classic French toast flavor that will coat each roll-up.
- Heat the skillet: Heat unsalted butter in a non-stick skillet over medium heat until melted and foaming. The butter adds flavor and prevents sticking while creating a golden exterior.
- Coat the roll-ups: Dip each assembled roll-up into the egg mixture, ensuring all sides are fully coated. Allow any excess mixture to drip off before cooking.
- Cook until golden: Place roll-ups seam-side down in the preheated skillet and cook, turning frequently, until every side is golden brown and crisp, about 6 to 8 minutes in total. Be gentle when turning to maintain the roll-up shape.
- Serve warm: Plate the warm roll-ups and serve immediately with maple syrup and a dusting of powdered sugar if desired. The contrast between the sweet toppings and savory sausage creates a perfect breakfast experience.
Notes
- For best results, use fully cooked breakfast sausages that are still warm when rolling. You can also try different variations by using turkey sausage for a lighter option or adding a sprinkle of shredded cheese inside the roll-ups before cooking. These can be made ahead and reheated in the oven at 350°F for 5-7 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 roll-ups
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 155mg