Cinnamon Roll French Toast Bites
These Cinnamon Roll French Toast Bites combine the buttery swirl of a cinnamon roll with the golden crisp of French toast. Double-coated in custard and cinnamon sugar, then served with a tangy cream cheese dip, they’re a warm, shareable brunch treat perfect for holidays or cozy weekends.
Equipment
- Skillet
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- serrated knife
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 4 thick slices white bread (brioche or Texas toast)
- 2.5 Tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon (for filling)
- 1 large egg
- 3.5 Tbsp milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 Tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon (for coating)
- 1 Tbsp butter (for frying)
- 2 Tbsp cream cheese, softened
- 3 Tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tsp milk or melted butter (for dip)
Instructions
- Mix softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon until smooth.
- Trim crusts from bread. Spread cinnamon butter on one slice and top with another to form a sandwich. Repeat with remaining slices.
- Cut each sandwich into 9 equal squares using a serrated knife.
- Whisk egg, milk, and vanilla in a shallow bowl.
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Quickly dip each bite into custard and cook 1–2 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Immediately toss warm bites in cinnamon-sugar mixture until fully coated.
- Whisk cream cheese, powdered sugar, and milk until smooth. Serve bites warm with dip on the side.
Notes
Use slightly stale bread for best texture and avoid over-soaking the bites in custard. Toss in cinnamon sugar while still warm so the coating adheres properly.