If you love cinnamon rolls and French toast, this recipe brings the best of both worlds into one bite-sized treat. Perfect for brunch, holidays, or anytime you want a sweet, shareable breakfast, these Cinnamon Roll French Toast Bites are soft, fluffy, and loaded with gooey cinnamon flavor.
✨ Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Two Favorites in One – Cinnamon rolls + French toast = the ultimate breakfast mashup!
- Perfect for Sharing – Bite-sized pieces make them easy to serve at brunch or parties.
- Quick & Easy – Uses canned cinnamon rolls for convenience, ready in 20 minutes.
- Kid-Friendly – Sweet, fun, and perfect for little hands.
🥘 Ingredients You’ll Need
- 1 can refrigerated cinnamon rolls (with icing)
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup milk (or half-and-half)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- Butter, for cooking
- Maple syrup, powdered sugar, or extra icing for topping
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
- Cut the cinnamon rolls
Open the can and cut each cinnamon roll into quarters. - Make the custard
In a bowl, whisk eggs, milk, vanilla, and cinnamon until smooth. - Dip and cook
Dip cinnamon roll pieces into the mixture, then cook in a buttered skillet for 2–3 minutes per side, until golden brown. - Serve sweet
Drizzle with the included icing, maple syrup, or a dusting of powdered sugar.
🍴 Serving Tips
- Serve with fresh fruit for balance.
- Turn them into a French toast casserole by baking in a dish.
- Add a drizzle of cream cheese glaze for a bakery-style finish.
Cinnamon Roll French Toast Bites
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Open the can of cinnamon rolls and cut each roll into quarters.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until smooth.
- Dip the cinnamon roll pieces into the custard mixture, coating evenly.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and melt a little butter.
- Add the dipped cinnamon roll pieces and cook for 2–3 minutes per side, until golden brown.
- Serve warm with icing, maple syrup, or a dusting of powdered sugar.
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share your delicious take!FAQs
Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes — cook the bites and store them in the fridge. Reheat in the oven or air fryer before serving.
Can I use homemade cinnamon rolls?
Absolutely! Canned rolls make it quick, but homemade dough will make it extra special.
Can I bake instead of pan-fry?
Yes, bake at 350°F for 12–15 minutes until golden.
Final Thoughts
These Cinnamon Roll French Toast Bites are the perfect sweet breakfast treat — bite-sized, fluffy, and full of cinnamon-sugar goodness. Whether you’re hosting brunch or just want a fun weekend breakfast, this recipe will be a hit!