These Air Fryer French Toast Bites are crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and coated in sweet cinnamon sugar.
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Similar to traditional pan frances, they are quick to make and perfect for busy mornings or a fun weekend breakfast.
This easy recipe is great for kids and adults who love bite-sized treats with big flavor.
Table of Contents
🧀 Ingredients
- Brioche bread
- Eggs
- Milk
- Salt
- Vanilla extract
- Ground cinnamon
- Granulated sugar
👩🏼🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
- Cut the brioche slices into small bite-sized squares.
- In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla, a portion of the cinnamon, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
- Preheat the air fryer to 350°F and lightly grease the basket with cooking spray.
- Dip each bread piece into the egg mixture for a few seconds on each side, making sure they are coated but not overly soaked.
- Place the coated bread pieces in a single layer in the air fryer basket without overcrowding.
- Air fry for about 5 to 8 minutes, or until golden brown and slightly crispy.
- While they cook, mix the remaining cinnamon with the sugar in a small bowl.
- Remove the bites from the air fryer and immediately toss them in the cinnamon-sugar mixture so it sticks well. Repeat as needed.
🫙 Storing Instructions
Store leftover French toast bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, place them in the air fryer for a few minutes until warm and crispy again. Avoid microwaving if possible, as it can make them soft instead of crisp.
🙋🏻♀️ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Yes. While brioche gives the best texture, you can also use challah, white bread, or Texas toast.
Preheating helps the bites cook evenly and gives them a crispier texture.
They are best fresh, but you can reheat them in the air fryer to bring back the crispiness.
Yes. You can reduce or skip the cinnamon sugar coating and serve with fruit instead.
It is not always necessary, but flipping halfway through can help them brown more evenly.
🍳 More Breakfasts You’d Like
- Ham and Cheese Egg Bites
- Banana Avocado Muffins
- Strawberry Cream Cheese Pastry
- Torrejas (Mexican French Toast)
These Air Fryer French Toast Bites are a simple and delicious way to upgrade your breakfast routine. They are quick, fun to eat, and full of warm cinnamon flavor. Once you try them, they will easily become a favorite for busy mornings or cozy weekends.
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Air Fryer French Toast Bites
Ingredients
- 4 slices brioche
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup milk
- Pinch of salt
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
Instructions
- Cut the brioche slices into 9 equal squares.
- In a shallow bowl, whisk the eggs until lightly beaten. Add the milk, vanilla, ¼ teaspoon of the cinnamon, and a pinch of salt; whisk until combined.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and generously spray the basket with cooking oil.
- Dip each bread square into the egg mixture for about 5 seconds per side. Only dip as many pieces as will fit in your air fryer basket without crowding.
- Arrange the coated bread pieces in a single layer in the air fryer. Air fry for 5–8 minutes, or until golden and crisp.
- While the bites cook, stir together the remaining cinnamon and the granulated sugar in a small bowl.
- Immediately toss the hot French toast bites in the cinnamon-sugar mixture so it sticks well.
- Repeat with remaining bread squares as needed.
- Serve with fresh fruit, powdered sugar, or maple syrup and enjoy!
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