These Cinnamon French Toast Bites are so much fun to make! You kind of “sauté” them, as though you are stir frying! And it goes without saying that they’re fun to EAT too. 🙂
Those of you who have been following along for a while will know that I have a weakness for french toast. I’ve shared 9 french toast recipes so far, and I’ve even created a recipe collection for them! (You can check it out here -> New Ways With French Toast).
I expect to run out of ideas soon. A french toast drought.
But until then, I’ll keep sharing new takes on french toast that I come up with. No matter how wacky they may seem, as long as they’re scrumptious! And these little babies certainly fit that bill.
They taste like mini cinnamon doughnuts! With about 80% less calories – win, win, win!!
These French Toast Bites are really just a variation on my Cinnamon French Toast Sticks. The only difference is that the bread is cut into cubes and they are way more fun to cook.
“More fun to cook?”, I hear you ask. Yes, they really are! Because they are in the shape of cubes, browning each side by turning them is a real pain. So instead, I “sauté” them with a wooden spoon, as though I’m making a stir fry. It works perfectly!
Food you can eat with your hands. My favourite kind….
OK, here we go, here are my Baby Hands on show for you to have a giggle at. Gives you some perspective of the size of these French Toast Bites. But remember, my hands are abnormally small so the French Toast Bites look larger than they actually are!!
– Nagi
Cute spins on French Toast
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Monte Cristo (Ham Cheese French Toast Sandwich)
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And also – Classic French Toast!
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Cinnamon French Toast Bites
Ingredients
- 4 thick slices of slightly stale white bread (1"/2.5cm thick) (Note 1)
- 2 large eggs (or 3 small eggs)
- 1/4 cup milk
- Pinch of salt
- 1/4 cup white sugar
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon powder
- 3 tbsp butter , separated
- Maple syrup to serve (not optional!)
Instructions
- Cut the crust off the bread, then cut each piece into 9 equal cubes.
- Whisk the eggs, milk and salt in a medium bowl.
- Combine sugar and cinnamon in a shallow bowl.
- Melt 1 1/2 tbsp of butter in a fry pan over medium high heat. Don't let the butter brown.
- Quickly toss half the bread cubes in the egg mixture and use your hands to shake off excess egg mixture. Place the bread cubes in the fry pan and use a wooden spoon to "sauté" them until browned on all sides - about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Remove the bread cubes from the fry pan straight into the sugar mixture. Toss to coat, then remove onto a plate.
- Repeat with remaining bread cubes.
- Serve immediately, with maple syrup for dipping.
Recipe Notes:
Nutrition Information:
Have you see all the other FRENCH TOAST recipes I have? I’ve even made up an entire Recipe Collection for them!
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I often have bread left over, and like making this when I do. The last time I sent a photo of the bites to my family and they asked me to share your recipe. The problem is I can eat the entire thing myself if I’m not careful!
I make this but use slightly toasted blueberry bagels sliced up and take out fishing with us eat them at air temp and they are always the first thing gone have never tried them fresh
Yes! finally I found this recipes. My little sister become happy when I make this cinnamon toast. Thank you for posting.
I used half a large loaf of classic white Miche and left the crusts on. This is the best and easiest french toast variation I’ve ever made!
Woo hoo that’s good to know Leslie!! N x
If not served immediately, can they be repeated in an air fryer and still be good?
I made this for Christmas breakfast and holy monkeys! Delicious! It was devoured by everyone in seconds flat.
Yummy! I always want to like french toast, but never do. It’s always too soggy for me. These give the perfect solution – the great french toast taste without the sog!
I’m so glad you enjoyed it, Lynne! N x
Gee whiz Nagi,
Where have you been all of our lives?
I used a leftover quarter of a pound cake to make these cinnamon bites and it was delicious!
can you use focasia bread ( I probably didn’t spell that right)
Do they have to be eaten straight away or can they last a day?
I airfry my leftovers if there are any ^_^
Hi Sophie, I prefer fresh, but if you want to store them, I’d reheat in a hot oven. N x
Made this today with my 9 yr old daughter, super easy and super yum!! I used brioche bread, left out on a plate for about 6 hours to get stale. Followed the recipe exactly and turned out great!
Glad to hear you both enjoyed this GS! Thanks for letting me know – N x
What brand and kind of bread do you use? Trying to figure out what bread to buy that is thick enough. Thanks!
I use a standard loaf bread from any bakery or supermarket! I prefer uncut so I can cut it myself to desired thickness 🙂 N x
Hi,
Will these freeze well? I make French Toast with sliced bread and freeze it for a quick breakfast.
Aldi’s sells these same ones in their frozen section,I don’t see why home made ones can’t freeze?
Thanks, I will only do them fresh.
Sorry John, I don’t think that will work very well. 🙂 N x
Make a double batch! They are so delicious, you’ll want more.
🙌🏻 N xx
Your recipes all sound delicious! I’m trying to find the best French toast recipe for a Sunday Brunch outdoor neighborhood 4th of July party. Really needs to be finger foods as there will be all ages there.
WHich would you suggest???
thanks for your experimenting!
This one for sure!! 🙂
These are so bomb!!!tyank you for the recipe 😋
Love hearing that Joy! So pleased you enjoyed this 🙂 N x
Why do you need so much butter? What happens to the butter that you don’t melt in the pan?
How stale is slightly stale?
Hi Jeel! Like bread left out overnight 🙂
www to stale. more so like 20-30 mins tops
These are soooo awesome. I will be sending you my gym membership bill!
BA HA HA!!! TOO FUNNY!