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Cinnamon Roll French Toast Bites

Cinnamon Roll French Toast Bites are the ultimate brunch treat, combining the warm, comforting flavors of cinnamon rolls with the deliciousness of French toast. These bite-sized delights are fluffy, gooey, and perfect for sharing. Drizzled with maple syrup and sprinkled with powdered sugar, they bring joy to every lazy Sunday morning or festive gathering. Easy to make and irresistibly delectable, these bites will have everyone coming back for more!

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 loaf challah bread (about 12 oz), cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, plus more for greasing
  • Maple syrup for drizzling

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, whole milk, vanilla extract, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon until smooth.
  3. Dip each bread cube in the egg mixture briefly before placing them on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Dot each piece with small pats of butter and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and puffed up.
  5. Remove from oven and let cool slightly; drizzle with maple syrup before serving.
  • Author: Stefanie Weber
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Brunch
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 3 bites (100g)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 42g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 220mg

Keywords: - For richer flavor, substitute brioche for challah bread. - Add chocolate chips or nuts to the custard mixture for extra texture. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat in the oven.