These sausage french toast roll ups are one of our favorite fun, handheld breakfasts, soft bread wrapped around a savory sausage link, dipped in a cinnamon custard, and griddled until golden and crisp. For us, that kind of playful, family friendly cooking is exactly what real food for real life is about. They come together in about twenty minutes, are perfect for dipping in maple syrup, and turn breakfast into something kids and adults both love.
Cooked turkey sausage links are rolled in flattened bread, dipped in a custard of eggs, milk, and cinnamon, then pan fried in butter until golden and crisp on all sides. The combination of savory sausage, sweet cinnamon custard, and a crisp golden exterior is what makes these so good. These sausage french toast roll ups are a playful, sweet and savory twist on classic French toast.
Soft bread wrapped around savory sausage and griddled in cinnamon custard makes these sausage french toast roll ups a fun breakfast.
Why You Will Love These Sausage French Toast Roll Ups
- Fun and handheld. These sausage french toast roll ups are perfect for dipping in maple syrup.
- Sweet and savory. Savory sausage meets sweet cinnamon custard in every bite.
- Quick to make. They come together in about twenty minutes.
- Kid friendly. Little roll ups are perfect for small hands.
- Crowd pleasing. They disappear fast at any breakfast or brunch.
What Makes These Sausage French Toast Roll Ups So Good
Great sausage french toast roll ups start with the right bread. Trimming the crusts and flattening each slice with a rolling pin makes the bread easy to roll tightly around the sausage without cracking. Soft sandwich bread or brioche rolls up beautifully. Flattening it thin helps it wrap snugly and crisp up well. A tight roll keeps the sausage tucked inside as it cooks. That soft, rollable bread is the foundation of these roll ups. Good bread is what makes these sausage french toast roll ups turn out just right. Slightly stale, day old bread is sturdier and rolls without tearing, which is why it works especially well here. Pressing each slice thin with a rolling pin also helps it seal around the filling.
Turkey sausage makes them savory and satisfying. Cooking turkey sausage links first, then rolling them in the bread, adds a hearty, savory center that pairs perfectly with the sweet custard. Turkey sausage keeps them leaner while still adding plenty of flavor. Cooking it first ensures it is fully done and adds a little browning. The savory sausage balances the cinnamon sweetness beautifully. That savory center is what makes these sausage french toast roll ups so satisfying. It turns French toast into a complete breakfast. Turkey sausage delivers the same savory, herby flavor as classic links while staying leaner, a swap many home cooks reach for at breakfast. Cooking the links first also lets any extra fat render off before they go into the bread.
A cinnamon custard and buttery griddle make them golden. Dipping the roll ups in a custard of eggs, milk, and cinnamon, then cooking them in butter, turns them crisp and deeply golden on all sides. The cinnamon adds warmth and that classic French toast flavor. Cooking in butter helps them brown and adds richness. Turning them as they cook crisps every side evenly. That golden, custardy exterior is exactly what makes these sausage french toast roll ups so good. The contrast of crisp outside and savory inside is irresistible. French toast has ancient roots and is known in France as pain perdu, or lost bread, since it was created to use up slices that had gone stale. Wrapping that custard soaked bread around a savory filling is a fun, modern twist.
Optional Pro Tip: Seal the Seam
Pressing the seam side down and cooking it first is the secret to sausage french toast roll ups that stay rolled and do not unravel, since it seals the bread closed. Flattening the bread thin helps it wrap tightly. For the best sausage french toast roll ups, dip them in the custard just before cooking so they do not get soggy, and cook them in butter over medium heat. Turning them often crisps all sides. They are done when golden and crisp all over.
Tips for the Best Sausage French Toast Roll Ups
Flatten the bread and roll it tightly so these sausage french toast roll ups hold together, and seal the seam by pressing it down. Cook the seam side first to set it. Trimming the crusts makes rolling easier.
Dip them in the custard just before cooking so they do not get soggy, and cook them in butter over medium heat. Turn them often so all sides turn golden. Serve right away with maple syrup for dipping. A dusting of powdered sugar adds a pretty finish.
Variations and Add Ins
- Add cheese. Tuck a little shredded cheese in with the sausage.
- Make them sweet. Skip the sausage and fill with cream cheese and jam.
- Different bread. Use whole wheat or brioche for a richer roll.
- Add spice. Add a pinch of nutmeg to the custard.
- Go vegetarian. Use a vegetarian sausage link instead.
How to Store and Make Ahead
Store these sausage french toast roll ups in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. They reheat well and make an easy make ahead breakfast. Keeping them in a single layer helps them stay crisp. The savory and sweet flavors hold up beautifully.
Reheat them in a toaster oven, oven, or skillet rather than the microwave so they crisp back up instead of turning soft. You can also freeze these sausage french toast roll ups in a single layer, then reheat straight from frozen. A quick reheat brings back the golden crust. They are a fun make ahead breakfast for busy mornings.
Serving Suggestions for Sausage French Toast Roll Ups
Serve these sausage french toast roll ups hot, piled on a plate with a small bowl of maple syrup for dipping and a dusting of powdered sugar. A side of fresh fruit keeps it balanced. A few extra sausage links round out the plate. They are a fun centerpiece for a kids breakfast or weekend brunch.
These roll ups are made for dunking in maple syrup, the sweet syrup boiled down from the sap of maple trees and first made by the Indigenous peoples of North America, as described in this overview of maple syrup. That sweet drizzle against the savory sausage is exactly what makes these sausage french toast roll ups so fun to eat.
Frequently Asked Questions
What sausage should I use?
Cooked turkey sausage links work beautifully and keep these sausage french toast roll ups leaner. A vegetarian link works too.
What bread works best?
Soft sandwich bread or brioche rolls up easily. Flatten it with a rolling pin and trim the crusts for the tightest roll.
How do I keep them from unrolling?
Press the seam side down and cook it first to seal it closed. A tight roll and a flattened slice help too.
How do I keep them from getting soggy?
Dip them in the custard just before cooking, do not soak them, and cook in butter over medium heat.
Can I make them ahead?
Yes. They keep for up to three days and reheat crisp in a toaster oven or skillet, making them great for meal prep.
Can I freeze them?
Yes. Freeze them in a single layer, then reheat straight from frozen until crisp and hot.
Can I make a sweet version?
Yes. Skip the sausage and fill these sausage french toast roll ups with cream cheese and jam for a sweet roll up instead.
Can I add cheese?
Yes. A little shredded cheese tucked in with the sausage makes them extra savory and melty.
Can I bake them instead?
Yes. Bake them seam side down on a lined sheet until golden, turning once, though pan frying gives the crispest result.
What should I serve with them?
Maple syrup, fresh fruit, or a dusting of powdered sugar all pair beautifully with these sausage french toast roll ups.
A Fun, Handheld Breakfast Favorite
These sausage french toast roll ups turn soft bread and savory sausage into crisp, golden, handheld breakfast bites with a sweet cinnamon custard coating. They are the kind of fun, quick recipe that makes breakfast feel like a treat and disappears fast at the table. They prove a simple breakfast can be playful and special. One sweet and savory bite and you are hooked.
Add cheese, make a sweet version, or use a vegetarian link to suit your taste, and serve these sausage french toast roll ups for breakfast or weekend brunch. Crisp, savory, and a little sweet, they are a recipe that earns a regular place in your kitchen. They are joyful comfort food in a handheld form.
If you love fun, comforting breakfasts like this, you will also enjoy our chicken piccata, another satisfying, crowd pleasing favorite from our kitchen.
Results vary by ingredients, equipment, and cooking conditions. Always taste and adjust seasoning as you go.
Sausage French Toast Roll Ups
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Start by cooking the sausage links in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked.
- In a shallow bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cinnamon, and vanilla extract.
- Trim the crusts from the bread slices to make rolling easier.
- Using a rolling pin, flatten each slice of bread.
- Place a cooked sausage link on one end of each slice and roll tightly.
- Seal the roll-ups by gently pressing the seam side down.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add a small amount of butter.
- Dip each roll-up into the batter, making sure it is fully coated.
- Place the roll-ups seam-side down in the skillet and cook, turning occasionally, until all sides are golden brown and crispy.
- Serve the roll-ups with a drizzle of maple syrup or a dusting of powdered sugar.
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