Cinnamon Roll French Toast Bites: Sweet, Crunchy Perfection
Delightful Cinnamon Roll French Toast Bites that transform ordinary bread into a breakfast masterpiece, perfect for brunch gatherings.
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Servings: 4 bites
Calories: 150kcal
Equipment
- nonstick skillet
- medium bowl
- shallow bowl
Ingredients
For the Bites
- 6 slices White bread thick slices, ideally a day old
- 3 large Eggs or smaller eggs if preferred
- ½ cup Milk a splash for creaminess
- 1 pinch Salt to enhance sweetness
For the Cinnamon Sugar Coating
- ¼ cup Granulated sugar for sweetness and crunch
- 1 tablespoon Ground cinnamon the main flavor component
For Cooking
- 1 tablespoon Butter divided
For Serving
- ¼ cup Maple syrup for drizzling
Instructions
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Prepare the Bread: Trim crusts off the bread and cut each slice into 9 equal cubes.
- Whisk the Egg Mixture: In a medium bowl, whisk large eggs, milk, and salt until smooth.
- Prepare the Cinnamon Sugar: Combine granulated sugar and ground cinnamon in a shallow bowl.
- Heat the Skillet: Melt ½ tablespoon of butter in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
- Coat the Bread Cubes: Toss half of the bread cubes in the egg mixture.
- Cook the First Batch: Cook the bread cubes for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
- Coat with Cinnamon Sugar: Transfer hot cubes to cinnamon-sugar mixture, tossing to coat.
- Plate the First Batch: Place coated bites on a serving plate.
- Cook the Second Batch: Repeat with the remaining bread cubes and butter.
- Serve and Enjoy: Drizzle with maple syrup or serve on the side.
Notes
Use day-old bread for the best texture. Adjust the sweetness of the cinnamon mixture to your taste.
Nutrition
Serving: 1bite | Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 80mg | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 100mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 0.5mg