Description
These Air Fryer French Toast Bites are a delightful twist on classic French toast, with a crispy exterior and a soft, custardy interior. Perfect for a quick and easy breakfast or brunch.
Ingredients
Scale
Bread:
- 4 slices thick bread (like brioche or Texas toast)
Egg Mixture:
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- Pinch of salt
Optional Toppings:
- Maple syrup
- Powdered sugar
- Fresh fruit
Instructions
- Cut the Bread: Cut the bread into bite-sized cubes and set aside.
- Mix Egg Mixture: In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla, cinnamon, sugar, and salt until well combined.
- Dip and Coat: Dip the bread cubes into the egg mixture, ensuring they are fully coated but not soggy.
- Prepare Air Fryer: Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray or brush with melted butter.
- Air Fry: Place the soaked bread cubes in a single layer in the basket. Air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 6–8 minutes, shaking halfway through, until golden brown and slightly crisp on the outside.
- Serve: Serve warm with your favorite toppings.
Notes
- Best with day-old bread to hold its shape.
- For a crunchy coating, toss dipped cubes in cinnamon sugar before air frying.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 batch
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
