Cinnamon Swirl French Toast Bites (Printable Version)
Warm cinnamon bites meet classic French toast with cream cheese icing—a sweet delight for any morning.
# What You'll Need:
→ Main ingredients
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1 can refrigerated cinnamon rolls with included cream cheese icing
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2 large eggs
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60 ml whole milk
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
→ For cooking and coating
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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50 g white sugar
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
→ For serving
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120 ml cream cheese icing (from cinnamon roll can)
# Steps to Follow:
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Set oven temperature to 190°C and allow to preheat while preparing the bites.
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Open the can of cinnamon rolls, separate them, and slice each roll into 4 equal pieces.
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Whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon in a mixing bowl until well combined.
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In a shallow dish, blend together white sugar and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon for coating.
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Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Dip each cinnamon roll piece in the egg mixture, ensuring all sides are coated, then add to the skillet. Cook for 2–3 minutes per side, turning as needed, until golden brown.
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Transfer browned pieces to a baking sheet. Bake for 10 minutes at 190°C, until cooked through and soft inside.
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While bites bake, warm the cream cheese icing in a microwave-safe bowl for 15–20 seconds until fluid and ready for dipping.
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Remove bites from the oven and immediately toss in the cinnamon-sugar mixture to evenly coat all surfaces.
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Arrange bites on a serving plate and serve immediately with the warm cream cheese icing on the side.
# Additional Notes:
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A pinch of nutmeg can intensify the spice profile in the custard base.
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Ensure the cream cheese icing is gently warmed to allow smooth dipping.