Irresistible Stuffed Mini French Toast Bites for Brunch

by Jessica | August 15, 2025 8:57 pm

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One snowy Saturday in Halifax, I made a batch of Stuffed Mini French Toast[1] Bites before the sun had fully shown itself. The kitchen smelled like cinnamon and melted butter, and you could hear the faint crisp-crunch as I flipped each little bite in the pan. Dad wandered in at 6:43 a.m., holding a Tim Hortons coffee, still muttering about last night’s NHL game.
Boom!

By the time they cooled enough to eat, y’all’re not going to be shocked — the plate was empty.

Ingredients for Stuffed Mini French Toast[2] Bites

8 slices soft sandwich bread
4 oz cream cheese, softened (113 g)
2 tbsp strawberry jam (30 g)
2 large eggs
½ cup milk (120 mL)
1 tsp pure vanilla extract (5 mL)
½ tsp ground cinnamon (2 mL)
2 tbsp unsalted butter, for frying (28 g)
2 tbsp granulated sugar (25 g) — optional, for coating
Maple syrup, for serving

Once, when I ran out of strawberry jam, I used blueberry pie filling — the bites looked like little treasures when you cut them open.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Trim crusts from bread; flatten slices with a rolling pin.
Spread cream cheese on half the slices; top with jam.
Cover each with another bread slice; press edges gently.
Cut into quarters to create mini squares.
Whisk eggs, milk, vanilla, and cinnamon in a shallow bowl.
Dip each mini sandwich into egg mixture, coating all sides.
Heat butter in skillet over medium heat until sizzling.
Cook bites 1–2 minutes per side until golden brown.
Roll in sugar while warm, if desired.
Serve with maple syrup for dipping.

Pro Tips & Variations

Savory swap – Use herbed cream cheese and ham instead of jam for a brunch twist.
Nutty delight – Add a smear of peanut butter with banana slices before sealing.
Make ahead – Assemble the sandwiches the night before; dip and fry in the morning.

Storage & Food Safety

Cool completely before storing. Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in a 350 °F oven until they reach 165 °F inside, per FDA guidelines. Avoid microwaving if you want to keep that crisp edge.

Nutrition & Serving Ideas

Serving Size	Calories	Carbs (g)	Protein (g)	Fat (g)
4 bites	210	23	6	10

Pair with fresh berries, scrambled eggs, or even smoked salmon if you like mixing sweet and savory. My neighbor once dipped hers in coffee — and honestly, it worked.

FAQs

Q: Can I bake Stuffed Mini French Toast[3] Bites instead of frying?
Yes! Brush with melted butter and bake at 375 °F for 10–12 minutes until golden.