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Cinnamon French Toast Bites with Maple Cinnamon Syrup and Vanilla Glaze Recipe

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  • Author: Bara
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Description

These Cinnamon French Toast Bites are a delicious twist on classic French toast, featuring bite-sized pieces of bread coated in a cinnamon-egg mixture, pan-toasted to golden perfection, then tossed in a cinnamon-sugar blend and served with a warm cinnamon-infused maple syrup and a sweet vanilla glaze. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet snack, these bites combine crispy exterior and soft center with rich flavors of cinnamon and vanilla.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1 loaf bread, cut into bite sized chunks (preferably slightly stale)
  • 4 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup whole milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 Tbsp butter, divided
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 2 tsp cinnamon (divided)
  • Pinch of kosher salt

Syrup and Glaze

  • 3/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1 cinnamon stick or 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 Tbsp water
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Heat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit to dry out fresh bread if needed.
  2. Prepare Bread Cubes: Cut the loaf of bread into bite-size chunks suitable for frying and coating.
  3. Toast Bread (Optional): Spread bread chunks on a baking sheet and bake for 5-8 minutes until slightly toasted. Skip if using stale bread.
  4. Make Egg Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, whole milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and a pinch of kosher salt until fully combined.
  5. Coat Bread Cubes: Add half of the bread cubes to the egg mixture and stir gently to coat without saturating. Remove and set aside, then repeat with remaining bread cubes.
  6. Heat Pan: Use a 10 to 12 inch pan and place over medium heat.
  7. Melt Butter: Add butter to the pan and melt completely to prevent sticking.
  8. Cook Bread Bites: In batches, place coated bread cubes in pan without crowding. Cook 2-3 minutes per side until toasted and golden, tossing gently to ensure even browning.
  9. Repeat Cooking: Remove cooked bread bites and repeat the process with remaining pieces.
  10. Prepare Cinnamon Sugar: In a bowl, mix sugar and cinnamon until combined.
  11. Coat Toasted Bread: Toss the toasted bread cubes in the cinnamon sugar mixture in batches until all are evenly coated. Transfer to a serving tray.
  12. Heat Maple Syrup: In a small saucepan on medium-low heat, warm maple syrup.
  13. Add Cinnamon Flavor: Add cinnamon stick or 1 tsp cinnamon to the syrup.
  14. Simmer Syrup: Heat syrup for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to infuse flavors.
  15. Make Vanilla Glaze: In a small bowl, combine powdered sugar, water, and vanilla extract.
  16. Stir Glaze Until Smooth: Mix until a smooth glaze forms for drizzling.

Notes

  • If using fresh bread, toasting the bread cubes in the oven helps to prevent sogginess.
  • Do not oversaturate the bread in the egg mixture, just coat evenly to keep the bites light and crispy.
  • Cooking in batches prevents overcrowding, which helps achieve a better golden texture.
  • The cinnamon-infused maple syrup and vanilla glaze add complementary sweetness and moisture.
  • This recipe works best with a sturdy bread like brioche or challah for soft yet sturdy bites.

Find it online: https://yumbara.com/cinnamon-french-toast-bites-with-maple-cinnamon-syrup-and-vanilla-glaze-recipe/