Cinnamon Roll French Toast Bites

Name: Cinnamon Roll French Toast Bites
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Ingredients: 2 tubes ready-made cinnamon rolls, cut into bite-sized pieces; 3 large eggs; 180ml whole milk; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 1 tsp ground cinnamon; 2 tbsp caster sugar; 30g unsalted butter, melted; 120g icing sugar; 2–3 tbsp milk, for glaze; Butter, for greasing

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These cinnamon roll French toast bites are soft on the inside, lightly crisp on the outside, and full of warm cinnamon flavour in every mouthful. They are easy to make, feel wonderfully indulgent, and come together quickly using simple ingredients. Perfect for a relaxed weekend breakfast or a special brunch, this recipe takes around 35 minutes from start to finish and is ideal for beginners.

Ingredients

For the French Toast Bites

2 tubes ready-made cinnamon rolls, cut into bite-sized pieces
3 large eggs
180ml whole milk
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp ground cinnamon
2 tbsp caster sugar
30g unsalted butter, melted

For the Glaze

120g icing sugar
2 to 3 tbsp milk

How to Make Cinnamon Roll French Toast Bites

Prepare the oven: Preheat the oven to 190°C or 170°C fan. Grease a medium baking dish well with butter.
Arrange the rolls: Cut the cinnamon rolls into small pieces and spread them evenly in the baking dish.
Mix the custard: In a bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, vanilla, cinnamon, sugar and melted butter until fully combined.
Assemble: Pour the egg mixture over the cinnamon roll pieces, pressing gently so everything is soaked.
Bake: Place in the oven and bake for 22 to 25 minutes until golden and just set.
Cool and glaze: Allow to cool for 5 minutes. Stir the icing sugar with milk and drizzle over the warm bites before serving.

Tips

How do I stop the bites from going soggy?

Make sure the oven is fully preheated and avoid adding too much liquid. The bites should be soaked but not swimming.

Related: Maple French Toast Bagel

Can I make them extra crisp?

Bake uncovered and leave them in the oven for an extra 2 minutes if you prefer firmer edges.

What if the top browns too quickly?

Loosely cover with foil for the final few minutes to prevent overbrowning.

Serving Suggestions

Serve with fresh berries on the side
Add a spoon of Greek yoghurt for balance
Enjoy with maple syrup or honey

Storage

Room Temperature

These are best eaten fresh but can sit at room temperature for up to 6 hours once cooled.

Refrigerator

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Freezing

Freeze unglazed bites for up to 1 month. Thaw overnight and warm in the oven, then glaze before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 420 kcal
Carbohydrates: 52g
Protein: 8g
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Sodium: 520mg

Nutrition values are estimates and may vary depending on ingredients used.

FAQs

Can I bake this as a loaf instead?

Yes, divide the mixture between two loaf tins and increase the baking time slightly. Check for doneness with a skewer.

What size tray bake tin works best?

A tin around 23 x 30cm gives the ideal depth and even baking.

Can I use wholemeal flour?

You can replace half the flour with wholemeal, but the texture will be slightly denser.

Is this recipe suitable for children?

Yes, it is lightly spiced and sweet, making it ideal for all ages.