French Toast Bites
– Irresistible Mini Cinnamon Sugar Breakfast Bites
If you love classic French toast, get ready to fall in love with these French Toast Bites — tiny, soft, golden-brown cubes coated in buttery cinnamon sugar and drizzled with maple syrup. They’re crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and incredibly addictive. Perfect for weekend breakfasts, brunch parties, kids’ lunchboxes, or even a sweet afternoon snack.
These fluffy bite-sized pieces cook faster than regular French toast, absorb flavor deeply, and are super fun to eat. Serve them with maple syrup, Nutella, fruit compote, honey, or powdered sugar for a dreamy breakfast experience.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Bite-sized and fun for kids & adults
Crispy + soft texture
Ready in 10–12 minutes
Perfect for dipping with syrup or chocolate
Uses simple pantry ingredients
Freezer-friendly breakfast idea
Ingredients
For the French Toast Bites
6–8 thick slices of brioche or challah bread (or white bread)
3 large eggs
1 cup (240 ml) whole milk
2 tbsp granulated sugar
1 tbsp vanilla extract
1 tsp cinnamon
¼ tsp ground nutmeg (optional)
Pinch of salt
2 tbsp butter (for cooking)
Cinnamon Sugar Coating
⅓ cup granulated sugar
1 tsp cinnamon
2 tbsp melted butter
Toppings (optional but irresistible)
Maple syrup or honey
Powdered sugar
Nutella or chocolate sauce
Fresh berries
Whipped cream
Instructions
1. Prep the Bread
Cut your bread into bite-size cubes, around 1–1.5 inch each.
Letting the bread sit uncovered for 20–30 minutes (or using day-old bread) helps it absorb the custard better without becoming mushy.
2. Make the Custard
In a large bowl, whisk together:
Eggs
Milk
Sugar
Vanilla
Cinnamon
Nutmeg
Salt
Mix well until smooth.
3. Dip the Bread
Add the bread cubes into the custard mixture.
Gently toss to coat evenly without breaking them.
Let them soak for 1–2 minutes.
4. Cook
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
Melt 2 tbsp butter.
Add the soaked bread cubes in a single layer.
Cook 2–3 minutes each side until golden and crispy.
Work in batches if needed.
5. Coat in Cinnamon Sugar
Mix sugar + cinnamon in a bowl.
Brush bites with melted butter and toss them in cinnamon sugar while still hot.
Serving Ideas
Serve warm with:
Maple syrup drizzle
Nutella dip cup
Biscoff spread
Dusting of powdered sugar
Fresh fruit + whipped cream
Tips for Perfect French Toast Bites
Use thick, soft bread like brioche or challah
Let bread dry a bit — no soggy bites
Don’t overcrowd the pan
Turn bites frequently for even browning
Add a splash of heavy cream to custard for extra richness
Storage & Reheating
Store
Refrigerate: up to 3 days
Freeze: up to 1 month
Reheat
Air fryer: 3–4 minutes at 180°C (350°F)
Oven: 5–7 minutes at 180°C (350°F)
Microwave: 30 seconds (softer texture)