Description
These Air Fryer French Toast Bites are a quick and delightful breakfast treat, featuring golden, crispy-baked bread cubes infused with a classic cinnamon-vanilla custard. Perfectly bite-sized for easy snacking, they are cooked using an air fryer for a healthier, fuss-free option without losing any of the comforting flavors of traditional French toast.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 4 slices thick bread (brioche or challah recommended)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tbsp sugar (optional)
- Pinch of salt
For Cooking & Serving
- Nonstick cooking spray or melted butter
- Powdered sugar or syrup for serving
Instructions
- Preheat: Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) to ensure even cooking when you place the bites inside.
- Prepare Bread Cubes: Cut the bread into 1-inch cubes and set them aside ready for dipping.
- Mix Custard: In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, sugar, and salt until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Coat Bread: Dip each bread cube into the egg mixture, making sure each piece is fully coated. Shake off any excess liquid from the cubes.
- Prepare Air Fryer: Lightly grease the air fryer basket with nonstick cooking spray or melted butter to prevent sticking.
- Arrange & Cook: Place the coated bread cubes in a single layer in the air fryer basket, leaving some space between cubes for even cooking. Air fry for 6–8 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to ensure all sides become golden and crispy.
- Serve: Serve the French toast bites warm, sprinkled with powdered sugar or drizzled with syrup for extra sweetness.
Notes
- Use thick, sturdy bread like brioche or challah for best texture and flavor.
- Plant-based milk can be used to make this recipe dairy-free.
- If you do not have an air fryer, these bites can be baked in a conventional oven at 375°F for 10-12 minutes, turning halfway.
- For a richer taste, consider using melted butter instead of cooking spray when greasing the basket.
- Ensure not to overcrowd the basket for even crispiness.
