Crispy Golden Mini Toast Bites (Printable)

Bite-sized golden toast cubes coated in cinnamon sugar, ideal for a fun breakfast or snack.

# Ingredient List:

→ Bread

01 - 6 slices brioche or white sandwich bread

→ Egg Mixture

02 - 2 large eggs
03 - 1/2 cup whole milk
04 - 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
05 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
06 - 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
07 - pinch of salt

→ For Cooking

08 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

→ Topping

09 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
10 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

→ To Serve (optional)

11 - maple syrup
12 - milk

# Steps:

01 - Cut the bread slices into 1/2-inch cubes to form bite-sized pieces.
02 - Whisk together eggs, whole milk, 1 tablespoon sugar, ground cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt until fully combined.
03 - Add bread cubes to the egg mixture and toss gently to coat evenly. Let soak for 2 to 3 minutes.
04 - Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add half of the soaked bread cubes in a single layer and cook, turning frequently, until all sides are golden brown and crisp, about 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
05 - Repeat with remaining butter and soaked bread cubes, cooking until golden and crisp.
06 - In a small bowl, combine granulated sugar and ground cinnamon.
07 - Toss the cooked mini French toast cubes in the cinnamon sugar mixture until evenly coated.
08 - Serve warm in a bowl, optionally with a splash of milk or a drizzle of maple syrup.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It turns ordinary French toast into something you can eat with a spoon, which feels secretly indulgent
  • The crispy edges get coated in cinnamon sugar like tiny donuts that breakfast forgot
  • Soaking the cubes means every bite is soft inside but golden outside
02 -
  • Stale bread is actually your friend here because it holds its shape better when soaked
  • Overcrowding the pan steams the cubes instead of crisping them, so work in batches if needed
03 -
  • Use tongs to turn the cubes frequently so all sides get evenly golden without burning
  • Let the cooked cubes cool for just a minute before tossing in cinnamon sugar so it sticks without melting
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