Description
Scrumptious cinnamon roll french toast bites combine classic breakfast favorites in one delightful morsel. Crispy edges, sweet glaze, and comforting flavors make this dish a weekend brunch sensation you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 can refrigerated cinnamon rolls (with icing)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) milk
Spices and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Cooking and Serving Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons (30 grams) butter
- Powdered sugar (optional, for serving)
- Maple syrup or icing from the cinnamon rolls (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Unwrap refrigerated cinnamon rolls and slice each roll into four equal quarters, creating bite-sized pieces perfect for easy handling.
- Create a rich custard mixture by whisking eggs with milk, vanilla, and ground cinnamon until smooth and fully integrated, ensuring a consistent flavor profile.
- Carefully immerse each cinnamon roll quarter into the prepared egg mixture, thoroughly coating each piece to guarantee maximum flavor absorption.
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat until it becomes fragrant and slightly bubbling, creating an ideal cooking surface for the french toast bites.
- Arrange the egg-coated cinnamon roll pieces into the hot skillet, allowing approximately 2-3 minutes per side to achieve a golden-brown exterior with a crispy texture.
- Transfer the cooked french toast bites to a serving plate, arranging them attractively for presentation.
- Enhance the dish by lightly dusting with powdered sugar and drizzling with either maple syrup or the included cinnamon roll icing, adding a final touch of sweetness.
Notes
- Use room temperature eggs for a smoother, more evenly mixed egg mixture that coats the cinnamon roll pieces perfectly.
- Choose refrigerated cinnamon rolls with cream cheese or extra frosting for added richness and indulgence.
- Non-stick cooking spray works wonderfully if you want to reduce butter usage and prevent sticking.
- Gluten-free alternative: Select gluten-free cinnamon rolls and use almond milk for a dietary-friendly version that doesn’t compromise on taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg