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French Toast Nuggets

French Toast Nuggets: Crispy Bites of Sweet Morning Joy

These French Toast Nuggets are crispy outside with a fluffy inside, perfect for a delightful breakfast or snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 nuggets
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 8 slices White Bread Super-fresh and squishy for easy shaping.
  • 2 large Eggs Acts as the binding agent.
  • 1 cup Milk Adds moisture and creaminess.
  • 2 tablespoons Sugar Contributes sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor.
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Butter For frying.
For Coating
  • 1/2 cup Sugar (for topping) For the cinnamon sugar coating.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Provides aromatic topping.

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • Whisk
  • Bowl
  • Zip-top bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Tear each slice of white bread into four equal pieces and roll into tight balls.
  2. Whisk together eggs, milk, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. Heat butter in a frying pan and dip each bread ball into the egg mixture.
  4. Fry the coated bread balls until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes on each side.
  5. Combine sugar and cinnamon in a zip-top bag and shake to mix.
  6. Coat the cooked nuggets in the cinnamon sugar mixture.
  7. Serve warm with syrup or fresh fruit.

Nutrition

Serving: 4nuggetsCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh bread for best results. Fry in batches to prevent overcrowding the pan for crispy nuggets.

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