Description
Cinnamon swirl french toast bites dance with rich, buttery flavors that elevate morning meals from ordinary to extraordinary. Crisp edges, tender centers, and sweet cinnamon sugar coating make breakfast lovers swoon with pure culinary delight.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 can refrigerated cinnamon rolls (with icing)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons butter
Liquid Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup milk (60 milliliters)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Coating and Topping Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup white sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup cream cheese icing (from the cinnamon roll can)
Instructions
- Prepare the oven for baking at 375°F (190°C), creating an ideal environment for transforming cinnamon rolls into delectable breakfast bites.
- Carefully slice each cinnamon roll into four uniform pieces, ensuring consistent sizing for even cooking.
- Craft a luxurious egg mixture by whisking together eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and a hint of ground cinnamon until thoroughly combined and silky smooth.
- Create a complementary coating by blending white sugar with ground cinnamon in a shallow dish, preparing a sweet and aromatic finish for the bites.
- Activate a skillet over medium heat, allowing butter to melt and create a golden cooking surface.
- Submerge each cinnamon roll segment completely in the egg mixture, then carefully transfer to the heated skillet, cooking until each side develops a rich, caramelized exterior.
- Arrange the golden-brown bites on a baking sheet, then slide into the preheated oven to ensure complete internal cooking and achieve a perfect texture.
- While the bites bake, gently warm the cream cheese icing in the microwave, transforming it into a smooth, drizzle-able consistency.
- Remove the baked bites from the oven and generously coat them in the prepared cinnamon-sugar mixture, ensuring each piece is evenly and thoroughly dusted.
- Present the warm, fragrant bites immediately, accompanying them with the softened cream cheese icing as a decadent dipping sauce for an indulgent breakfast experience.
Notes
- Swap regular milk with almond or oat milk to make a dairy-free version that’s just as delicious and creamy.
- Use gluten-free cinnamon rolls if you’re avoiding wheat to accommodate gluten-sensitive guests without compromising flavor.
- Quickly pat the cinnamon roll pieces dry before dipping in egg mixture to prevent soggy texture and ensure crispy edges.
- Store any leftover bites in an airtight container and reheat in the oven to maintain their original crispiness and prevent sogginess.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 32 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 52 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg