Cinnamon Roll French Toast Bites
Introduction
These Cinnamon Roll French Toast Bites are crispy on the outside, soft and fluffy on the inside, and coated in a sweet cinnamon flavor with a creamy glaze on top. They’re perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even a quick dessert that everyone will love.
Ingredients
For the French toast bites:
- 1 loaf of thick bread or brioche (slightly stale works best)
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) milk
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
- 2 tbsp butter (for cooking)
For the cinnamon sugar coating (optional but recommended):
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
For the glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tbsp milk
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions (Step-by-Step)
1. Prepare the bread
- Cut the bread or brioche into small bite-sized cubes (about 1 inch).
- If the bread is fresh, let it sit out for a few minutes to dry slightly.
2. Make the custard mixture
- In a bowl, whisk together:
- eggs
- milk
- cinnamon
- sugar
- vanilla extract
- salt
3. Soak the bread
- Add the bread cubes to the mixture.
- Gently toss until evenly coated without breaking the pieces.
4. Cook
- Melt butter in a pan over medium heat.
- Add the soaked bread cubes.
- Cook for 5–7 minutes, turning frequently until golden brown and slightly crispy on all sides.
5. Coat with cinnamon sugar (optional)
- Mix sugar and cinnamon in a bowl.
- Toss the warm bites in the mixture until evenly coated.
6. Make the glaze
- In a small bowl, mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth and slightly thick.
7. Serve
- Arrange the bites on a plate.
- Drizzle the glaze generously over the top.
- Serve warm and enjoy.
Tips
- Use brioche for extra softness and richness.
- Add chopped nuts or raisins for more texture.
- You can replace the glaze with maple syrup for a simpler version.
