Cinnamon Roll French Toast Bites
Delicious bite-sized treats that combine the flavors of cinnamon rolls and French toast, perfect for breakfast or brunch.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 2 cups cinnamon roll dough, chopped Can use homemade or store-bought dough.
- 4 large eggs For binding.
- 1/2 cup milk Can use any type of milk.
- 1/4 cup heavy cream For richness.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For flavor.
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon Enhances the cinnamon flavor.
- 1/4 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness.
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted For richness.
- 1/4 cup maple syrup For serving.
- Powdered sugar, for dusting For presentation.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or lightly greasing it with cooking spray.
- Chop the cinnamon roll dough into small bite-sized pieces, ensuring they are all roughly the same size for even cooking.
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl, crack the eggs and whisk them together until well-beaten.
- Add milk and heavy cream to the eggs, whisking again to combine.
- Stir in vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt, mixing thoroughly until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Place the chopped cinnamon roll dough into the egg mixture, ensuring each piece is well-coated.
- Melt butter in a small microwave-safe bowl or on the stovetop, then drizzle it over the dough and egg mixture.
- Carefully stir the mixture to coat the cinnamon roll dough in the butter.
- Transfer the cinnamon roll dough mixture to the prepared baking sheet, spreading it out evenly in a single layer.
Baking
- Bake the cinnamon roll bites in the preheated oven for about 15-18 minutes, or until they are golden brown and slightly crispy on the edges.
- While the bites are baking, warm the maple syrup in a small saucepan over low heat, stirring occasionally.
- Once the bites are done baking, remove them from the oven and allow them to cool for a few minutes.
Serving
- Dust the cinnamon roll French toast bites lightly with powdered sugar.
- Serve the bites immediately, drizzling the warmed maple syrup over them just before eating.
Notes
Serve warm for the best taste. They can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 5-10 minutes.