Cinnamon Roll French Toast Bites (The Ultimate Bite-Sized Breakfast Treat)
Cinnamon Roll French Toast Bites combine everything you love about classic French toast and gooey cinnamon rolls into one irresistible bite. Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and coated in warm cinnamon sugar, these bite-sized treats are easy to make and impossible to resist. Perfect for weekend breakfasts, brunch gatherings, or a fun treat the whole family will love.
Ingredients
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4 thick slices white bread (preferably day-old, about 1 inch thick)
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2 large eggs (or 3 small eggs)
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¼ cup milk
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Pinch of salt
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¼ cup granulated sugar
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½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
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3 tablespoons butter, divided
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Maple syrup, for serving
Instructions
Prep the Bread
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Trim the crusts off each bread slice and cut into 9 equal cubes per slice for even cooking.
Make the Egg Mixture
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In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and salt until smooth.
Mix the Cinnamon Sugar
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In a shallow bowl, combine the sugar and cinnamon. Set aside.
Cook the French Toast Bites
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Heat ½ tablespoon butter in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until melted.
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Dip half of the bread cubes into the egg mixture, letting excess drip off.
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Add cubes to the skillet and cook for 2–3 minutes, tossing occasionally, until golden and crispy on all sides.
Coat in Cinnamon Sugar
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Immediately transfer the hot cubes to the cinnamon-sugar mixture and toss to coat evenly.
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Place on a serving plate.
Repeat and Serve
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Add another ½ tablespoon butter to the skillet and repeat with remaining bread cubes.
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Serve warm with plenty of maple syrup.
Notes
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Use day-old bread: It absorbs the egg mixture without getting soggy.
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Don’t overcrowd the pan: This ensures crispy edges on every bite.
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Extra indulgent: Drizzle with icing, honey, or a cream cheese glaze.
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Flavor twist: Add a pinch of nutmeg or vanilla extract to the egg mixture.
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Kid-friendly: Serve with toothpicks for easy dipping.