A magical mashup of brunch and sushi—crispy, creamy, sweet-savory perfection.
Ingredients (Makes ~16 bites):
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4 slices of soft sandwich bread (white, brioche, or potato bread work best)
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2 eggs
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2 tbsp milk or plant milk
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Pinch of salt and black pepper
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1 tsp sugar (optional for contrast)
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1 tbsp butter or neutral oil for the pan
Filling Options (pick a combo):
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4 oz whipped cream cheese or garlic herb spread
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Thin cucumber strips
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Julienned apple or pear (for sweet crunch)
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Thin sliced turkey or ham
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Smoked salmon or roasted red pepper (for an elevated touch)
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Baby spinach or arugula
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Optional: drizzle of honey or maple syrup, sprinkle of crushed walnuts
Instructions:
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Trim & flatten the bread:
Cut crusts off the bread. Use a rolling pin to flatten each slice. -
Make the egg wash:
Whisk together eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and sugar. -
Dip & cook:
Quickly dip each bread slice in the egg wash (don’t soak!) and sear on a buttered skillet until golden on both sides. Let cool slightly. -
Fill & roll:
Spread cream cheese generously across one side. Add your filling combo toward one edge (like sushi). Roll tightly from that edge. -
Slice & serve:
Slice each roll into 4 bite-sized rounds. Serve warm or room temp with an optional dip like honey mustard, fig jam, or balsamic glaze.
Why It Works:
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Kids love the toast + creaminess + sweet twist
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Adults love the balance of flavors and fancy brunch vibes
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Totally customizable—vegetarian, sweet-savory, or gourmet
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Easy to make in batches and looks super impressive
Nutrition (per 4-bite serving, avg):
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Calories: 210
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Protein: 6g
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Fat: 12g
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Carbs: 18g
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Fiber: 1g
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Sodium: 280mg
