Chocolate French Toast Roll-Ups

Instructions

1. 1

   Trim the crusts off each slice of bread and use a rolling pin to flatten each slice gently — makes them easy to roll without tearing, dear.

2. 2

   Spread about 1 tsp (or to taste) of chocolate spread across each flattened slice, leaving a small border so it doesn't ooze out.

3. 3

   Roll each slice up tightly into a cylinder and set seam-side down on a plate.

4. 4

   In a shallow bowl whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla, sugar (if using), and a pinch of salt until smooth — that’s your custardy bath.

5. 5

   Heat a large skillet over medium and add 1 tbsp butter. Dip each roll-up briefly in the egg mixture, turning to coat all sides — don’t soak so long it falls apart.

6. 6

   Place seam-side down in the skillet. Cook, turning gently, until all sides are golden and the chocolate is warm and gooey, about 1–2 minutes per side. Add more butter as needed for batches.

7. 7

   Transfer to a plate and dust with powdered sugar or a light sprinkle of cocoa powder. Serve warm with fruit or syrup if you like — a spoonful of extra chocolate spread warmed makes a lovely drizzle.

8. 8

   To keep warm for a few minutes while finishing the batch, place roll-ups in a low oven (200°F / 95°C) on a baking sheet.