Description
These Cinnamon Roll French Toast Bites are a delightful twist on classic French toast, featuring bite-sized pieces of cinnamon roll dough dipped in a flavorful egg mixture and cooked to golden perfection. Topped with sweet icing and a drizzle of maple syrup, they make an irresistible breakfast treat that’s quick and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 can (12 oz) refrigerated cinnamon roll dough, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 large eggs
- ⅓ cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup (optional, for serving)
- Icing from cinnamon roll package
Instructions
- Prepare Dough: Cut the refrigerated cinnamon roll dough into bite-sized pieces. Set aside the icing packet for later use.
- Make Egg Mixture: In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Coat Dough Pieces: Dip each piece of cinnamon roll dough into the egg mixture, making sure all sides are evenly coated to absorb the flavors.
- Heat Skillet: Place a large nonstick skillet over medium heat and melt the unsalted butter until it’s hot and bubbling.
- Cook Bites: Add the coated cinnamon roll pieces to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, turning them carefully until all sides are golden brown and the dough is fully cooked.
- Add Toppings and Serve: Drizzle the reserved icing over the warm French toast bites and serve immediately. Optionally, add maple syrup for extra sweetness.
Notes
- Ensure that the skillet is not too hot to avoid burning the cinnamon roll bites before they cook through.
- You can use light or skim milk as a substitute for whole milk for a lighter dish.
- For a dairy-free option, replace butter with a plant-based oil and use a dairy-free milk alternative.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
- Use the icing packet included in the cinnamon roll can for authentic cinnamon roll sweetness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
Keywords: Cinnamon Roll French Toast Bites, Breakfast Bites, Cinnamon Roll Recipe, Quick Breakfast, Sweet Breakfast Bites
