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    French Toast Bites

    Modified: May 7, 2025 ยท Published: Jan 17, 2023 by Chandice ยท This post may contain affiliate links ยท 52 Comments

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    French toast bite in hands dipped in syrup

    These french toast bites are a more fun and cuter version of classic french toast. While super easy to make these are little pillows of cinnamon sugar Heaven that the whole family will love!

    French toast bite being dipped in syrup


     

    My kiddos love when I make gluten-free pancakes or french toast, but they go crazy when this recipe is on the menu. The mini pieces are crispier and have more cinnamon sugar coating than normal french toast.

    Sometimes when cooking gluten-free, you can clearly taste that the recipe is gluten-free. But I’ve been cooking celiac-friendly recipes for long enough to promise you that this is not the case with these mini toast bites.

    Another fun thing about this recipe is that you can almost eat it like cereal. Put the pieces in a small bowl, drizzle with maple syrup and other toppings, then eat right out of the bowl!

    French toast bites in a green bowl

    Why you’ll love mini french toast bites

    • Made in under 30 minutes for a quick and delicious breakfast recipe
    • They’re gluten free so everyone can enjoy them
    • Tastes amazing with your favorite fresh fruit, maple syrup, or simple syrup
    • They’re a great side to eggs and bacon
    • It’s a smaller, cuter, and bite sized version of traditional french toast

    Ingredients

    • Bread – Canyon Bakehouse is the best gluten-free bread for this recipe but you can use whatever type of bread you’d like. If you’re not gluten-free feel free to use sourdough bread, white bread, wheat bread, etc.
    • Whipping cream – Heavy whipping cream or whole milk gives these french toast bites a fluffier texture than using skim milk.
    • Eggs
    • Butter – Feel free to use oil in place of butter, but real butter tastes so much better!
    • Spices – Cinnamon and a dash of all spice give this recipe that touch of flavor which sets it apart from others.
    • Sugar – Equal parts brown and white sugar is another secret for why these bites are so yummy.

    How to make french toast bites

    Step 1: Get everything ready

    Preheat the oven to 350 degrees f then cut the bread into little cubes.

    Step 2: Toast and prepare batter

    Spread the bread on a baking sheet and toast for about 15 minutes or until the bread is golden brown. While the bread is baking, whisk egg, heavy whipping cream, and vanilla until smooth.

    Egg being cracked into a bowl of milk

    Step 3: Drench and fry

    Coat the bread cubs in the egg mixture until they’re soaked then shake off the excess off before cooking in a frying pan with melted butter. Fry on medium heat for roughly 3-4 minutes, flipping continuously until crispy.

    French toast bites frying in a pan with butter

    Step 4: Sugar and serve

    Immediately coat the pieces in the cinnamon sugar mixture and serve with warm maple syrup.

    French toast bites in cinnamon sugar and some in a frying pan

    Tips for success

    • Perfectly crisp bread – Nice crisp and toasted bread is key here. When baking the bread before hand, toast until golden brown. Stale bread also works well in french toast recipes.
    • Room temperature eggs – Letting your eggs sit out for 10 minutes helps them mix well with the batter and rise easily when cooking. For fluffier french toast sticks
    • Use a nonstick pan – When making more than one round of french toast you’re going to want a nonstick pan. It’s no fun scrubbing pans for 5 minutes!

    Storage and freezing

    Storing – You can store these french toast bites in an airtight container after they have completely cooled. They’ll keep in the fridge for up to 4 days. I like to reheat on the stove or in the air fryer for a fresh taste.

    Freezing – Freeze for up to 3 months in a ziplock baggie. Make sure your french toast has completely cooled before storing and reheat in air fryer, stove top, or oven.

    French toast bites in a green bowl with syrup on the side

    FAQ

    Is it better to use milk or half and half for French toast?

    Using half and half is a great idea if you’re looking for a richer, fluffier, and more flavorful french toast. In addition, plant based milks like almond milk or coconut milk will also work but might not be as flavorful.

    What is the best bread to use for French toast?

    Canyon Bakehouse gluten-free bread always turns out amazing in this recipe. However, GF brioche bread is a great option for thick, restaurant type french toast. You also cannot go wrong with french bread or Italian bread for these cinnamon french toast bites.

    Should bread be dry for French toast?

    Yes bread should be a tad dry or even a bit stale when making french toast. This is why we bake the bread before dipping in the custard mixture. Dry bread will soak up more custard.

    Ways to enjoy

    You can never go wrong serving french toast bites with maple syrup and a tablespoon of butter but I love adding some strawberry simple syrup for extra flavor.

    Another good idea is to pair with a source of protein like instant pot bacon or air fryer sausage patties. Or even serve with a classic side of scrambled eggs.

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    French Toast Bites

    French toast bite in hands dipped in syrup
    4.88 from 8 votes
    These french toast bites are a more fun and cuter version of classic french toast. While super easy to make these are little pillows of cinnamon sugar Heaven that the whole family will love!
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    Prep Time: 15 minutes mins
    Cook Time: 15 minutes mins
    Total Time: 30 minutes mins
    Course: Breakfast
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: french toast bites, gluten free french toast bites, gluten-free french toast
    Servings: 4 servings
    Calories: 430kcal
    Author: Chandice Probst

    Ingredients

    • 1 loaf of gluten-free Canyon Bakehouse bread
    • 1 cup heavy whipping cream or whole milk
    • 3 eggs
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract gluten free
    • 2 tablespoons butter
    • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
    • dash of allspice
    • 2/3 cup brown sugar
    • 2/3 cup white sugar

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 350 degrees
    • Cut bread into 1 inch cubes
    • Evenly spread on a baking sheet and toast for 15 minutes
    • Meanwhile, whisk the egg then mix in the heavy whipping cream or whole milk and vanilla extract
    • Place 1 T butter in a frying pan and heat it up
    • Submerge bread cubes into the egg and cream mixture then shake excess off and place half in the buttered frying pan
    • Fry 2 minutes then flip and fry another 1-2 minutes
    • Once cooked, coat immediately in cinnamon sugar mixture
    • Repeat with the second tablespoon of butter and remaining bread in the frying pan and coat in cinnamon sugar mixture
    • Serve up with warm syrup

    Notes

    • Perfectly crisp bread – Nice crisp and toasted bread is key here. When baking the bread before hand, toast until golden brown. Stale bread also works well in french toast recipes.
    • Room temperature eggs – Letting your eggs sit out for 10 minutes helps them mix well with the batter and rise easily when cooking. For fluffier french toast sticks
    • Use a nonstick pan – When making more than one round of french toast you’re going to want a nonstick pan. It’s no fun scrubbing pans for 5 minutes!
    Storing – You can store these french toast bites in an airtight container after they have completely cooled. They’ll keep in the fridge for up to 4 days. I like to reheat on the stove or in the air fryer for a fresh taste.
    Freezing – Freeze for up to 3 months in a ziplock baggie. Make sure your french toast has completely cooled before storing and reheat in air fryer, stove top, or oven.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1/2 C French toast bites | Calories: 430kcal | Carbohydrates: 77g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 146mg | Sodium: 163mg | Potassium: 175mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 73g | Vitamin A: 475IU | Calcium: 140mg | Iron: 0.9mg

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    Comments

    1. Shauna says

      December 20, 2018 at 9:19 pm

      I would make it be a special breakfast treat on Saturdays.

      Reply
    2. kate tildes says

      December 20, 2018 at 12:21 am

      oh these look delish! Breakfast anytime!

      Reply
    3. Liz says

      December 17, 2018 at 6:10 pm

      This would be great for kids at family brunches!

      Reply
    4. Shauna price says

      December 17, 2018 at 12:43 pm

      Can’t wait to try!

      Reply
    5. Jennifer C says

      December 15, 2018 at 6:33 pm

      This would be perfect to serve at my New Yearโ€™s Eve breakfast-themed pajama party!

      Reply
    6. Karen says

      December 14, 2018 at 11:23 pm

      My little grandgirls would love these! They don’t have celiac as i do, but they love my cooking-it would be fun to do together

      Reply
    7. sheila ressel says

      December 14, 2018 at 11:01 pm

      5 stars
      I love that this is finger food! I would serve this every Sunday morning.

      Reply
    8. Maryann D. says

      December 14, 2018 at 10:55 pm

      5 stars
      I love the cinnamon sugar in this recipe. I would like to serve this on the weekend for breakfast.

      Reply
    9. Stefanie says

      December 13, 2018 at 11:22 pm

      4 stars
      This recipe sounds amazing and I’d love to serve it on Christmas morning!

      Reply
    10. Katie says

      December 10, 2018 at 7:13 pm

      I looove french toast! I used to eat the thick french toast sticks all the time when I was little (before I was gluten free) and I miss them so much! I cant wait to try this recipe!

      Reply
    11. J Angers says

      December 09, 2018 at 12:32 pm

      Making French toast in smaller bites seems like a great way to eliminate the soggy center.

      Reply
    12. Christopher Sorel says

      December 08, 2018 at 9:38 pm

      sounds like tasty easy breakfast

      Reply
    13. Julie says

      December 08, 2018 at 5:06 pm

      I would serve these for hannukah brunch

      Reply
    14. Susanna Austin says

      December 08, 2018 at 3:48 am

      I would make these when my little niece and nephews come to visit! They’d LOVE them!

      Reply
    15. Turq says

      December 07, 2018 at 2:44 pm

      My eldest just fell in love with french toast, so I would like to make this french toast bites recipe for Christmas for him!

      Reply
    16. Karol says

      December 07, 2018 at 7:23 am

      Oh my goodness, those look crazy delicious!

      Reply
    17. Casey the College Celiac says

      December 07, 2018 at 5:00 am

      I’m a sucker for anything with cinnamon!

      Reply
    18. jberry says

      December 06, 2018 at 10:17 pm

      Kerrygold is my favorite brand as well.

      Reply
    19. lollo says

      December 06, 2018 at 6:46 pm

      I love everything about the recipe. It sounds delicious. ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
    20. Tim says

      December 06, 2018 at 6:36 pm

      5 stars
      One problem we always have with gluten free bread is that there will be several slices in the loaf with giant holes in them. This recipe is a great way to use those pieces. The cubes are the perfect size to take advantage of those otherwise scrap pieces.

      Reply
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