Description
These Cinnamon Roll French Toast Bites are a delightful breakfast treat combining the soft, custardy texture of French toast with the sweet, spicy flavor of cinnamon sugar reminiscent of cinnamon rolls. Bite-sized and perfect for dipping in maple syrup, they make a fun and easy morning snack or brunch option.
Ingredients
Scale
French Toast Bites
- 4 thick slices white bread (day old, crusts removed)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- Pinch of salt
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 3 tbsp butter, divided
For Serving
- Maple syrup, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the bread: Cut each slice of bread into 9 equal cubes to create bite-sized pieces perfect for frying and dipping.
- Make the egg mixture: In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and a pinch of salt until fully combined and slightly frothy.
- Mix cinnamon sugar: In a separate shallow bowl, combine the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon evenly to create the coating.
- Cook the first half: Heat 1/2 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium heat. Dip half of the bread cubes into the egg mixture, ensuring they are fully coated, then fry them in the skillet for 2 to 3 minutes, tossing occasionally until all sides are golden brown.
- Coat with cinnamon sugar: Immediately after frying, transfer the hot bread cubes to the cinnamon sugar mixture and toss to coat them thoroughly with the sweet cinnamon coating.
- Cook the remaining bread: Repeat the process with the remaining butter and bread cubes: melt the butter, dip the bread in the egg mixture, fry until golden, and then coat in cinnamon sugar.
- Serve: Serve the cinnamon roll French toast bites warm with maple syrup on the side for dipping.
Notes
- Using day-old bread helps the bread hold together better when dipped and cooked.
- Removing crusts makes the bites more tender and uniform.
- Adjust the cinnamon to sugar ratio based on your sweetness and spice preference.
- You can substitute white bread with brioche or challah for an even richer flavor.
- Serve immediately for the best texture; leftovers can be reheated gently.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9 bites
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
Keywords: Cinnamon Roll French Toast Bites, French Toast Bites, Cinnamon Sugar French Toast, Breakfast Bites, Sweet Breakfast, Cinnamon French Toast
