I love reimagining classic sausage rollups. I wrapped eight juicy sausage links in day-old white bread dipped in a mixture of eggs, whole milk, salt, pepper, and a hint of cinnamon before pan-frying in butter until perfectly golden. This simple breakfast meal is quickly becoming my go-to for busy mornings.
I’ve been experimenting in my kitchen lately and stumbled upon something that instantly became a favorite of mine—Sausage French Toast Roll-Ups. Imagine juicy sausage links being wrapped in 8 day-old slices of white sandwich bread and dipped into a savory mixture of 4 large eggs, 1/2 cup whole milk, plus just the right pinch of 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper.
I even add a dash of 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon if I’m feeling extra adventurous. When pan-fried in 2 tablespoons of butter, these little delights turn a simple breakfast into something extraordinary.
They remind me of those Breakfast Pillsbury moments and even the ideas behind Sausage And Cheese Roll Ups that are perfect for Breakfast Recipes For 2 People or Freeze Breakfast Ideas. It’s a fun twist to your usual simple breakfast meal that might also inspire some Ideas To Cook For Dinner.
Enjoy trying it out!
Why I Like this Recipe
I love this recipe for a bunch of reasons. First off, it’s super simple and quick to make. Even on those crazy busy mornings, I can whip these up without a lot of fuss. The mix of flavors is another big reason—I mean, who doesn’t love the salty, savory taste of sausage rolled up in bread that’s been dipped in an egg mixture? It kinda blows your mind how good it tastes with that hint of cinnamon.
Also, using day-old bread is such a cool hack. I like knowing that I’m not wasting food, and the slightly drier bread actually works better for soaking up all those eggy flavors without falling apart. And finally, it’s just fun and different. There’s something really cool about starting your day with a savory twist that feels like a mini treat. Every bite reminds me that sometimes mixing things up can lead to something unexpectedly awesome.
Ingredients
- Sausage links offer hearty protein content that makes each bite super flavorful and filling.
- White sandwich bread brings carbohydrate energy and structure, it soaks up all the egg mixture.
- Eggs are protein rich and help bind the roll together with a rich custardy feel.
- Whole milk adds creaminess and extra moisture while softening the bread during frying.
- Butter aids in pan frying giving the roll a crispy, golden outside thats simply irresistible.
- Salt, pepper, and cinnamon season it perfectly, creating a warm, sweet, tangy twist.
- Each ingredient works harmoniously to create an unforgettable, hearty, tasty breakfast roll.
Ingredient Quantities
- 8 sausage links
- 8 slices of white sandwich bread (day-old works best)
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional if you want a little extra flavor)
- 2 tablespoons butter (for pan-frying to golden perfection)
How to Make this
1. First, beat the 4 eggs in a bowl and mix in the 1/2 cup whole milk, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and the 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon if you’re using it.
2. Take the 8 slices of white sandwich bread (day-old works best) and gently flatten them with a rolling pin if they seem too thick.
3. Lay each sausage link (8 in total) on one end of each slice of bread.
4. Carefully roll each bread slice around the sausage, making sure the sausage is fully wrapped by the bread.
5. Dip each roll in the egg mixture so the bread gets fully soaked. Try not to let the rolls get too soggy, though.
6. Melt the 2 tablespoons of butter in a frying pan over medium heat until it’s bubbly.
7. Place the rolls in the pan and cook them, turning frequently, until they are golden brown on all sides. This should take about 2-3 minutes per side.
8. Once they’re cooked through, remove the rolls from the pan and let them drain on a paper towel.
9. Serve the sausage French toast roll-ups while warm for the best taste. Enjoy!
Equipment Needed
1. Mixing bowl for beating eggs and mixing in the milk, salt, pepper, and cinnamon
2. Whisk or fork to blend the egg mixture properly
3. Measuring cups and spoons to get the exact amounts of milk, salt, pepper, cinnamon, and butter
4. Rolling pin to flatten thick slices of bread if needed
5. Frying pan (or skillet) for cooking the rolls until they are golden brown
6. Spatula or tongs to turn the rolls in the pan
7. Paper towels and a plate for draining excess butter after frying
FAQ
Sausage French Toast Roll Recipe Substitutions and Variations
- If you’re not a fan of regular sausage links you can try turkey sausage or even a plant-based sausage alternative
- If you dont have white sandwich bread on hand you could substitute with whole wheat bread or even challah bread for a different twist
- Instead of whole milk, using almond milk or another non-dairy milk works pretty well in the egg mixture
- If you need a dairy-free alternative to butter try using a bit of coconut oil or a vegan butter spread
Pro Tips
1. Make sure you use day-old bread because it holds up better when you dip it and fry it, its not as mushy as fresh bread.
2. When you dip the bread-wrapped sausage in the egg mixture, try not to soak them for too long cause too much egg makes them soggy, its all about balance.
3. Flattening the slices really helps with getting a neat roll up and makes sure the sausage gets equal heat so its cooked evenly.
4. Keep the pan at a steady medium heat so the butter bubbles nicely and the rolls get golden brown without burning, you might have to turn them quickly if you see them browning too fast.
Sausage French Toast Roll Recipe
I love reimagining classic sausage rollups. I wrapped eight juicy sausage links in day-old white bread dipped in a mixture of eggs, whole milk, salt, pepper, and a hint of cinnamon before pan-frying in butter until perfectly golden. This simple breakfast meal is quickly becoming my go-to for busy mornings.
4
servings
460
kcal
Equipment: 1. Mixing bowl for beating eggs and mixing in the milk, salt, pepper, and cinnamon
2. Whisk or fork to blend the egg mixture properly
3. Measuring cups and spoons to get the exact amounts of milk, salt, pepper, cinnamon, and butter
4. Rolling pin to flatten thick slices of bread if needed
5. Frying pan (or skillet) for cooking the rolls until they are golden brown
6. Spatula or tongs to turn the rolls in the pan
7. Paper towels and a plate for draining excess butter after frying
Ingredients
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8 sausage links
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8 slices of white sandwich bread (day-old works best)
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4 large eggs
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1/2 cup whole milk
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
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1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional if you want a little extra flavor)
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2 tablespoons butter (for pan-frying to golden perfection)
Directions
- First, beat the 4 eggs in a bowl and mix in the 1/2 cup whole milk, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and the 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon if you're using it.
- Take the 8 slices of white sandwich bread (day-old works best) and gently flatten them with a rolling pin if they seem too thick.
- Lay each sausage link (8 in total) on one end of each slice of bread.
- Carefully roll each bread slice around the sausage, making sure the sausage is fully wrapped by the bread.
- Dip each roll in the egg mixture so the bread gets fully soaked. Try not to let the rolls get too soggy, though.
- Melt the 2 tablespoons of butter in a frying pan over medium heat until it's bubbly.
- Place the rolls in the pan and cook them, turning frequently, until they are golden brown on all sides. This should take about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Once they're cooked through, remove the rolls from the pan and let them drain on a paper towel.
- Serve the sausage French toast roll-ups while warm for the best taste. Enjoy!
Notes
- Below you’ll find my best estimate of this recipe’s nutrition facts. Treat the numbers as a guide rather than a rule—great food should nourish both body and spirit. Figures are approximate, and the website owner assumes no liability for any inaccuracies in this recipe.
Nutrition Facts
- Serving Size: 200g
- Total number of serves: 4
- Calories: 460kcal
- Fat: 27.5g
- Saturated Fat: 11.6g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Polyunsaturated: 5.3g
- Monounsaturated: 10.1g
- Cholesterol: 246mg
- Sodium: 1158mg
- Potassium: 468mg
- Carbohydrates: 27.5g
- Fiber: 1.6g
- Sugar: 7.5g
- Protein: 23g
- Vitamin A: 475IU
- Vitamin C: 0mg
- Calcium: 90mg
- Iron: 3.8mg
