Description
Banana Bread French Toast Bites are a cozy and indulgent twist on classic French toast, made with cubes of banana bread dipped in a cinnamon-vanilla egg mixture and pan-fried until golden. Perfect for brunch or a sweet snack, these bites are crispy outside, soft inside, and bursting with banana flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 thick slices banana bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Butter or oil for frying
- Maple syrup or powdered sugar, for serving
Instructions
- In a shallow bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and cinnamon.
- Dip each banana bread cube into the egg mixture, coating all sides lightly.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a small amount of butter or oil.
- Place the dipped banana bread cubes in the skillet and cook for 1–2 minutes per side, until golden and crispy.
- Remove and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
- Serve warm with maple syrup or a dusting of powdered sugar.
Notes
- Use slightly stale banana bread for best results—it holds together better when dipped.
- Add a pinch of nutmeg to the egg mixture for extra warmth.
- These bites are perfect for dipping at parties or brunch spreads.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: banana bread french toast, french toast bites, banana breakfast, sweet brunch, mini french toast