Here’s a detailed Cinnamon Roll French Toast Bites recipe—soft, cinnamon-sweet, and perfect for breakfast or brunch. Bite-sized pieces make them fun and easy to serve.
Cinnamon Roll French Toast Bites
Preparation Time
10–15 minutes
Cooking Time
10–12 minutes
Servings
4–6
Ingredients
For the Roll Bites
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White sandwich bread – 6 slices (crusts removed)
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Unsalted butter – 2 tablespoons, melted
Cinnamon Filling
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Unsalted butter – 2 tablespoons, softened
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Brown sugar – ¼ cup
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Ground cinnamon – 1½ teaspoons
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Vanilla extract – ½ teaspoon
French Toast Coating
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Eggs – 2 large
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Milk – ¼ cup
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Vanilla extract – ½ teaspoon
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Ground cinnamon – ¼ teaspoon
Optional Topping
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Powdered sugar or maple syrup
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Additional cinnamon sugar for rolling
Directions
Step 1: Prepare the Bread
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Remove crusts from bread slices.
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Flatten each slice gently with a rolling pin.
Step 2: Make the Cinnamon Filling
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Mix softened butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla until smooth.
Step 3: Fill and Roll
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Spread a thin layer of cinnamon filling over each flattened bread slice.
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Roll each slice tightly from one end to form a small log.
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Brush lightly with melted butter to seal.
Step 4: Prepare the French Toast Mixture
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In a shallow bowl, whisk eggs, milk, vanilla, and cinnamon until well combined.
Step 5: Dip the Roll Bites
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Dip each roll-up quickly into the egg mixture to coat evenly.
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Do not soak to avoid soggy bites.
Step 6: Cook
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Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat; lightly grease.
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Cook roll bites seam-side down first.
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Turn and cook all sides until golden brown, about 2–3 minutes per side.
Step 7: Optional Coating
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Mix granulated sugar and cinnamon in a shallow bowl.
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Roll warm bites in mixture if desired.
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Drizzle with powdered sugar or maple syrup.
Tips for Best Results
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Use soft bread for easy rolling.
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Do not overfill or the filling will leak.
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Medium heat ensures the inside cooks without burning outside.
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Serve immediately for best texture.
Variations
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Cream Cheese Version: Add a layer of cream cheese with the cinnamon filling.
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Apple Cinnamon: Include finely chopped sautéed apples.
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Chocolate Cinnamon: Add mini chocolate chips inside.
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Air Fryer Version: Cook at 180°C (350°F) for 6–8 minutes, flipping once.
Storage
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Best eaten fresh.
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Can refrigerate for 1 day and reheat in a skillet or air fryer
