Description
These Cinnamon Roll French Toast Bites are sweet, crispy, and full of warm cinnamon flavor—perfect for a fun breakfast, brunch, or even dessert. Made with rich brioche or challah bread, these golden bites are tossed in cinnamon sugar and optionally drizzled with cream cheese glaze for a cinnamon roll-inspired treat that’s quick, crowd-pleasing, and totally irresistible.
Ingredients
- 4 cups brioche or challah bread, cubed
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup milk or half-and-half
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar (for egg mixture)
- 2–3 tbsp butter (for frying)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar + 1 tsp cinnamon (for coating)
- Optional: powdered sugar or cream cheese glaze for drizzling
Instructions
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In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla, 1 tsp cinnamon, and 2 tbsp sugar.
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Dip bread cubes into the mixture, making sure they’re well-coated but not soggy.
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Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
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Cook the coated cubes in batches, turning until golden on all sides—about 6–8 minutes total.
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In a separate bowl, mix ¼ cup sugar with 1 tsp cinnamon. Toss warm bites in the mixture until coated.
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Serve immediately, plain or with a drizzle of cream cheese glaze, maple syrup, or powdered sugar.
Notes
- Use day-old bread for better texture.
- Keep cooked bites warm in a 200°F (95°C) oven while finishing the rest.
- Add a pinch of nutmeg or cardamom for extra flavor.
- Cream cheese glaze can be made with softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and milk.
