Cinnamon French Toast Bites Recipe
Delicious and easy Cinnamon French Toast Bites, perfect as a sweet breakfast or snack. These bite-sized treats combine tender bread soaked in a cinnamon-spiced egg mixture, baked to golden perfection for a delightful crispy exterior and soft interior.
- Author: Lara
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
For the French Toast Bites
- 4 cups bread cubes (day-old bread works best)
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk (whole or any preferred milk)
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon sugar (optional, for added sweetness)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- Butter or cooking spray (for greasing the baking dish)
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a baking dish with butter or cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Prepare the egg mixture: In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, ground cinnamon, sugar (if using), and vanilla extract until well combined and smooth.
- Combine bread and egg mixture: Add the bread cubes to the egg mixture and gently toss to coat all the pieces evenly. Allow the bread to soak for a few minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Arrange and bake: Transfer the coated bread cubes into the prepared baking dish, spreading them out evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the bites are golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve and enjoy: Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. These French Toast Bites can be enjoyed plain or with syrup, honey, or powdered sugar as toppings.
Notes
- Day-old or slightly stale bread works best as it soaks up the egg mixture without becoming soggy.
- Feel free to add a pinch of nutmeg or substitute cinnamon with pumpkin spice for a seasonal twist.
- Check bites halfway through baking to ensure they do not over-brown; cover with foil if browning too fast.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated in a toaster oven or oven to restore crispiness.
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