# Hybrid Breakfast Sandwiches This Cinnamon French Toast Breakfast Sandwich Blends Sweet & Savory By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2015-01-31 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cinnamon-french-toast-breakfast References: [foodbeast](http://www.foodbeast.com/news/spotted-cinnamon-french-toast-breakfast-sandwich-at-carls-jr/) & [carlsjr](http://www.carlsjr.com/) Providing the satisfying sweetness of French toast with the heartiness of a classic egg sandwich is the Cinnamon French Toast Breakfast Sandwich from [Carl's Jr.](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kings-hawaiian-breakfast-sandwich) On the inside, the sandwich is filled with a [bacon and cheese](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/doublestack-egg-sandwich) double-stuffed omelet, held in place by two toast squares complete with a pleasing cinnamon swirl. While these are essential parts of the sandwich, customers also have the option to make additions like ham, bacon, sausage and maple syrup. Although the item was only being tested at select Carl's Jr. locations, this is a [French toast breakfast sandwich](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cinnamon-swirl-french-toast-breakfast) that's sure to satisfy anybody who can appreciate a grab-and-go morning meal. Even if this sandwich isn't served anywhere near you, it's a great idea for a breakfast that you could replicate at home. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 33% | Activity: 49% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Hybrid Breakfast Sandwiches:** Introducing elements of dessert and traditional breakfast foods in unique ways presents an opportunity for restaurants to create breakfast menu items that stand out. - **Customizable Fast-food Breakfast:** Offering a variety of ingredients and flavors for customers to add to their breakfast sandwich is a way for fast-food chains to cater to customer preferences and stand out in a competitive market. - **DIY Breakfast Sandwiches:** Providing customers with inspiration and instructions on how to make unique breakfast sandwiches at home presents an opportunity for food bloggers and influencers to create engaging content and gain a following. ### Where This Applies - **Fast Food Restaurants:** By introducing new and unique breakfast sandwich options, fast food chains like Carl's Jr. can differentiate themselves in a crowded market and attract customers who are looking for something new and exciting. - **Food Bloggers/influencers:** Sharing DIY breakfast sandwich recipes and tutorials on social media can attract a following and allow bloggers/influencers to establish themselves as experts in the breakfast food space. - **Frozen Foods:** Creating frozen breakfast sandwich options that feature unique flavor combinations can cater to customers who want a quick breakfast but are looking for something more exciting than traditional frozen options. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [French Toast Breakfast Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/french-toast-sliders.md) - [French Toast Bagel Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maplehouse-egg-sandwich.md) - [Hawaiian Bun Breakfast Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kings-hawaiian-breakfast-sandwich.md) - [Belgian Waffle Breakfast Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-waffle-breakfast-sandwich.md) - [Big Hunger Breakfast Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-sausage-biscuit-with-fried-egg.md) - [French Toast Breakfast Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jenny-lee-sammiches.md) - [Folded Breakfast Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toastwich.md) - [Cheesecake-Stuffed French Toasts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/strawberry-cheesecake-french-toast.md) - [Piquant Breakfast Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spicy-breakfast-burger.md)