Mini French Toast Bites (Printable)

Golden custard-soaked bread bites with cinnamon, ideal for morning or brunch occasions.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Bread

01 - 6 cups (about 12 slices) day-old brioche or challah, cut into 1-inch cubes

→ Custard

02 - 4 large eggs
03 - 1 cup whole milk
04 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
05 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
06 - 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
07 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
08 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
09 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Topping

10 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
11 - 2 tablespoons brown sugar
12 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

→ Optional

13 - Maple syrup, for serving
14 - Powdered sugar, for dusting

# How-To:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 24-cup mini muffin tin with butter or nonstick spray.
02 - Evenly divide bread cubes among muffin cups, packing gently.
03 - Whisk together eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt in a large bowl until fully blended.
04 - Pour custard evenly over bread cubes, filling cups just below the rim. Gently press bread to absorb liquid.
05 - Mix melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon in a small bowl; drizzle or brush over each portion.
06 - Allow to stand for 10 minutes so bread absorbs custard thoroughly.
07 - Bake 22 to 25 minutes or until golden and set. Cool briefly, loosen edges with a knife, then remove from tin.
08 - Serve warm, dusted with powdered sugar and drizzled with maple syrup as desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Bite-sized and perfectly portioned for easy serving and eating.
  • Made with simple ingredients you likely have on hand.
  • Rich custard and warm spices create irresistible flavor.
  • Quick preparation and baking time—ready in under an hour.
  • Versatile as a sweet breakfast or brunch party treat.
02 -
  • Use day-old bread for better custard absorption without sogginess.
  • Let the bites stand before baking to maximize flavor soak-in.
  • Drizzle the brown sugar topping evenly for a caramelized finish.
  • Loosen edges gently after baking to keep bites intact when removing.
  • Experiment with add-ins like chocolate chips or berries for variety.
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