I just made Air Fryer Nutella French Toast Roll-Ups and, as someone always on the hunt for Stuff To Make With Nutella, I’m telling you they turn out ridiculously crispy outside and molten-gooey inside so keep scrolling.

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I’m obsessed with these Nutella French toast roll ups because they hit the sweet spot between crunchy and molten. I love the gooey Nutella center and the way soft white sandwich bread wraps around it, like little edible surprises.

I grab them for quick Stuff To Make With Nutella mornings or when I want Snacks To Make In The Air Fryer that feel slightly naughty. And the outside gets that crispy, cinnamon-sugary vibe while the inside stays sticky and rich.

Pure sugar comfort without being sappy. I call it breakfast therapy every time.

Ingredients

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White sandwich bread — soft, rolls easy and gives that pillowy bite you want.
Nutella or chocolate hazelnut spread — basically the gooey, chocolaty heart of these rolls.
Eggs — add richness and help the coating stick, so it’s not soggy.
Milk — thins the egg mix a bit, keeps things tender and not rubbery.
Granulated sugar — adds subtle sweetness and a tiny crunchy edge when cooked.
Vanilla extract — a warm, homey note that makes it taste like breakfast dessert.
Ground cinnamon — cozy spice that pairs insanely well with chocolate hazelnut.
Pinch of salt — balances sweetness and makes the flavors pop, honestly essential.
Melted butter or cooking spray — gives a golden, slightly crisp outside when air fried.
Sugar plus cinnamon coating — crunchy, sweet shell that’s basically irresistible on each roll.
Powdered sugar — optional pretty dusting and extra sweet kiss on top.
Maple syrup — optional for dunking, adds that classic breakfast hug of sweetness.
Crusts trimmed — makes rolling neat and keeps every bite soft and uniform.

Ingredient Quantities

8 to 10 slices white sandwich bread, crusts trimmed (use soft bread so it rolls easy)

1/2 cup Nutella or other chocolate hazelnut spread

2 large eggs

1/4 cup milk (any kind)

1 tablespoon granulated sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

pinch of salt

2 tablespoons melted butter or cooking spray for brushing

3 tablespoons granulated sugar mixed with 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon for coating

powdered sugar for dusting, optional

maple syrup for serving, optional

How to Make this

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1. Trim crusts off bread then use a rolling pin to flatten each slice a bit so it rolls easy; spread about 1 tablespoon Nutella on each slice leaving a small border so it won’t ooze out.

2. Roll each slice tightly from one short end to the other and set seam-side down on a plate; if Nutella is stubborn warm it 5 to 10 seconds in the microwave to soften.

3. In a shallow bowl whisk together eggs, milk, 1 tablespoon granulated sugar, vanilla extract, 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon and a pinch of salt until smooth.

4. Mix 3 tablespoons granulated sugar with 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon in a separate shallow dish for coating.

5. Dip each roll up into the egg mixture, roll and turn so it is fully coated, let excess drip back into the bowl, then transfer to the cinnamon sugar and roll to coat evenly.

6. Lightly brush each roll with melted butter or spray with cooking spray to help them crisp and brown in the air fryer.

7. Arrange roll ups in a single layer in the air fryer basket or tray with a little space between them; you may need to cook in batches depending on size of your fryer.

8. Air fry at 370°F (190°C) for 6 to 8 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown and crispy on the outside and warm inside; adjust time a minute or two if your rolls are bigger or your fryer runs hot.

9. Remove carefully, dust with powdered sugar if you like, and serve immediately with maple syrup for dipping.

10. Leftovers can be reheated in the air fryer for a couple minutes to restore crispness; don’t stack them while storing or they’ll get soggy.

Equipment Needed

1. Cutting board and a sharp knife for trimming crusts
2. Rolling pin to flatten the bread so it rolls easy
3. Microwave safe bowl or small dish to soften Nutella if needed
4. 2 shallow bowls or dishes one for the egg mixture and one for the cinnamon sugar
5. Whisk or fork to beat the eggs and milk together
6. Pastry brush or cooking spray for coating with butter or oil
7. Air fryer with basket or tray (you’ll likely need to work in batches)
8. Plate or tray for resting the rolls and a sifter or small sieve for powdered sugar dusting

FAQ

Q: Can I use whole wheat or brioche instead of white sandwich bread?

A: Yes, you can, but pick soft slices so they roll easy. Brioche gives a richer, more dessert like result, whole wheat will be a bit denser and might crack more when you roll. If the crusts wont come off clean, soften the edges with a rolling pin first.

Q: Do I have to use an air fryer or can I bake these?

A: You can bake them at 375 F for about 10 to 12 minutes on a parchment lined sheet, flipping once. Air fryer just gets them crispier faster and uses less oil, but oven works fine if you dont have one.

Q: How do I stop the Nutella from leaking out when I cook?

A: Use a thin layer of Nutella, spread to within 1/4 inch of the edges and press the seam tight when you roll. Sealing with a dab of the egg wash along the edge helps, and freezing the roll ups 10 minutes before air frying makes them hold shape better.

Q: Can I make these ahead or freeze them?

A: Sure. Freeze raw roll ups on a tray until solid then transfer to a bag, they keep a month. Cook from frozen in the air fryer, add a couple minutes to the cooking time. You can also fully cook then freeze, reheat at 350 F till warmed through.

Q: Any swaps for Nutella, for allergies or taste?

A: Use sunbutter, peanut butter with a little cocoa, or any chocolate spread. If nut allergy is a concern choose a seed butter chocolate spread. The texture changes a bit, sometimes thinning the spread with a tiny splash of milk helps it spread easier.

Q: How do I get the coating to stick and be extra crispy?

A: Brush or spray the roll ups with melted butter, then roll in the cinnamon sugar mixture right after. If the sugar wont stick, dip in the egg wash first, then coat. A quick spray of oil mid cook will also boost crispiness without making them greasy.

Irresistible Air Fryer Nutella French Toast Roll Ups For A Sweet Breakfast Treat Recipe Substitutions and Variations

Bread: swap white sandwich bread for thinly sliced brioche or challah — they roll nicer and give a richer flavor, but if you want lighter, use soft whole wheat or Hawaiian sweet bread.
Nutella: use creamy peanut butter mixed with a teaspoon cocoa powder and a drizzle of honey for a similar chocolate-hazelnut vibe, or any chocolate spread or sunflower seed butter for nut-free.
Eggs: for a vegan or egg-free option, mix 1 tablespoon ground flax with 3 tablespoons water per egg and let sit 5 minutes until gelatinous; aquafaba (3 tbsp per egg) also works for coating.
Milk: swap cow’s milk for almond, oat, soy, or cashew milk 1:1 — oat is creamier and closest to whole milk in texture.

Pro Tips

1) Warm the Nutella just a few seconds so it spreads easier. Don’t nuk it too long or it’ll get runny and slippery, but 5 to 10 seconds at a time makes a huge difference and means less tearing when you roll.

2) Seal the seam so they don’t unroll while cooking: press the edge firmly and dab a little beaten egg or melted butter along the seam before you set it seam-side down. Works way better than hoping for the best.

3) Don’t overcrowd the air fryer. Give each roll a little breathing room so the hot air can crisp every side. Cook in batches if you need to, and flip halfway — you’ll get more even color and less sogginess that way.

4) Let them rest 30 seconds after coating and before air frying so the coating sets a bit. Also reheat leftovers for 1 to 2 minutes in the air fryer to bring back the crunch, don’t microwave unless you like soggy bread.

Irresistible Air Fryer Nutella French Toast Roll Ups For A Sweet Breakfast Treat Recipe

Recipe by Francis Mead

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Servings

servings

Calories

240

kcal

Equipment: 1. Cutting board and a sharp knife for trimming crusts
2. Rolling pin to flatten the bread so it rolls easy
3. Microwave safe bowl or small dish to soften Nutella if needed
4. 2 shallow bowls or dishes one for the egg mixture and one for the cinnamon sugar
5. Whisk or fork to beat the eggs and milk together
6. Pastry brush or cooking spray for coating with butter or oil
7. Air fryer with basket or tray (you’ll likely need to work in batches)
8. Plate or tray for resting the rolls and a sifter or small sieve for powdered sugar dusting

Ingredients

8 to 10 slices white sandwich bread, crusts trimmed (use soft bread so it rolls easy)
1/2 cup Nutella or other chocolate hazelnut spread
2 large eggs
1/4 cup milk (any kind)
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
pinch of salt
2 tablespoons melted butter or cooking spray for brushing
3 tablespoons granulated sugar mixed with 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon for coating
powdered sugar for dusting, optional
maple syrup for serving, optional

Directions

Trim crusts off bread then use a rolling pin to flatten each slice a bit so it rolls easy; spread about 1 tablespoon Nutella on each slice leaving a small border so it won't ooze out.
Roll each slice tightly from one short end to the other and set seam-side down on a plate; if Nutella is stubborn warm it 5 to 10 seconds in the microwave to soften.
In a shallow bowl whisk together eggs, milk, 1 tablespoon granulated sugar, vanilla extract, 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon and a pinch of salt until smooth.
Mix 3 tablespoons granulated sugar with 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon in a separate shallow dish for coating.
Dip each roll up into the egg mixture, roll and turn so it is fully coated, let excess drip back into the bowl, then transfer to the cinnamon sugar and roll to coat evenly.
Lightly brush each roll with melted butter or spray with cooking spray to help them crisp and brown in the air fryer.
Arrange roll ups in a single layer in the air fryer basket or tray with a little space between them; you may need to cook in batches depending on size of your fryer.
Air fry at 370°F (190°C) for 6 to 8 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown and crispy on the outside and warm inside; adjust time a minute or two if your rolls are bigger or your fryer runs hot.
Remove carefully, dust with powdered sugar if you like, and serve immediately with maple syrup for dipping.
Leftovers can be reheated in the air fryer for a couple minutes to restore crispness; don’t stack them while storing or they’ll get soggy.

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.