Custardy Gluten-Free Brioche French Toast Bites
This gluten-free brioche French toast bites recipe may be your favorite new dessert or brunch buffet treat! The thick, fluffy, gently sweet gluten-free brioche burger buns (we use Canyon Bakehouse brand) soak up so much of the custardy batter that the result is melt-in-your-mouth creamy French toast perfection that leans toward creme brulee bread pudding in flavor. Even more fun: they’re one-bite goodness that doesn’t even require silverware or a plate! Here’s another secret: if you soak the halved brioche buns in the batter without cutting them into smaller pieces and follow the instructions, you’ll have your new favorite French toast recipe!
Custardy Gluten-Free Brioche French Toast Bites
A few squeezes of orange juice added to the batter lend a subtle kiss of citrus sweetness to the phenomenal and easy gluten-free French toast batter. Finish your brioche French toast bites with a sprinkle of powdered sugar and a drizzle of maple syrup for a gorgeous, irresistible brunch addition or dessert bite.
Servings 16 (4-bite) portions
Calories 104 kcal
Ingredients
- 4 Canyon Bakehouse brioche hamburger buns
- 2 cups whole milk
- Juice of 1/2 orange
- 4 large eggs
- 2 Tablespoons sugar
- ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 to 2 Tablespoons unsalted butter as needed
- 1 Tablespoon Confectioners' sugar for serving (optional)
- 3 Tablespoons maple syrup
Instructions
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Slice each bun in half, then slice each half into 8 triangles like a pizza. In a medium bowl, whisk the milk, orange juice, eggs, sugar, salt, and vanilla until combined.
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Pour the mixture into a large, shallow bowl and distribute the brioche slices in the mixture, occasionally gently pushing them down to soak until they are well saturated, 15 to 20 minutes.
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In a large, heavy-bottomed skillet, melt 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat. Working in batches, place the brioche slices in the bubbling butter in a single layer. Reduce the heat to low and cook until the brioche is just golden brown, 3 minutes on each side.
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Transfer to a serving platter, sprinkle with powdered sugar and maple syrup, and serve with toothpicks or a large spoon.
Recipe Notes
Halve the recipe to serve 8 (or make 4 pieces of French toast).
Freeze cooked leftovers and warm them in the oven next time you want a breakfast-y treat!
Nutrition Facts
Custardy Gluten-Free Brioche French Toast Bites
Amount Per Serving
Calories 104
Calories from Fat 36
% Daily Value*
Fat 4g6%
Saturated Fat 2g13%
Trans Fat 0.03g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Monounsaturated Fat 1g
Cholesterol 46mg15%
Sodium 232mg10%
Potassium 77mg2%
Carbohydrates 15g5%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 7g8%
Protein 3g6%
Vitamin A 140IU3%
Vitamin C 2mg2%
Calcium 54mg5%
Iron 0.3mg2%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
