Cinnamon French Toast Bites
These Cinnamon French Toast Bites are golden, crispy, and coated in cinnamon sugar—perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even dessert! Quick to make and super kid-friendly, they’re everything you love about French toast in one sweet, poppable bite.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients:
- 1 loaf of thick bread (brioche, challah, or Texas toast), cubed
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- Butter or oil, for frying
For Cinnamon Sugar Coating:
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
Cube the Bread
- Cut thick slices of bread into 1 to 1.5 inch cubes. Set aside.
Make the Egg Mixture
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla, cinnamon, and sugar.
Soak the Bread
- Add the bread cubes into the egg mixture and gently toss until well coated. Let soak for 1–2 minutes.
Cook Until Golden
- Heat butter or oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook bread cubes in batches, turning each side until golden and crispy (about 6–8 minutes).
Toss in Cinnamon Sugar
- In a separate bowl, mix the sugar and cinnamon. Toss the hot bites in the mixture until fully coated. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For best results, use day-old bread so it absorbs the custard without becoming soggy.
- You can bake the bites at 375°F (190°C) for 15–18 minutes instead of frying.
- Want a twist? Try stuffing the bites with cream cheese or Nutella before frying.