Repurpose hot dog buns from your picnic or barbecue by making this incredibly easy and delicious hot dog french toast bake recipe.
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 25-30 minutes
Total time: 45 minutes
This easy hot dog bun french toast is so delicious that you will want to make it even when you don’t have leftover hot dog buns! Hot dog buns absorb the egg mixture quickly, so it makes for a super quick breakfast the morning after your picnic or barbecue.
One thing about buying hotdogs and hamburger buns is that you will always have leftovers and never the exact amount of buns you need compared to the amount of hot dogs and hamburgers you cook! We always have a few random bags of hamburger or hot dog buns in our bread box. Now, you can make this delicious French toast bake without letting it go wrong. If you have mix-and-match buns, you can still make this recipe!
I love this French toast casserole recipe’s combination of cinnamon and lemon zest! Cinnamon has a warm, spicy flavor, while lemon zest has a bright, citrusy flavor. These two flavors complement each other beautifully, with the lemon zest cutting through the sweetness of the cinnamon and adding a refreshing touch.
Ingredients:
Six Hot Dog Buns– You can also use Hamburger Buns. Potato or Brioche buns work best, but this recipe will work for ALL hot dog and hamburger buns.
Six large eggs
1 cup milk (any kind) or cream
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
zest of one lemon
Butter for greasing the pan or cooking spray.
Equipment
Medium-sized mixing bowl
whisk
casserole baking dish
cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Tear or cut the hot dog buns into bite-sized pieces and place them in a greased baking dish.
In a medium bowl, stir together the eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon (if using).
Pour the egg mixture over the hot dog bun pieces, soaking them evenly. Let the mixture sit for 5-10 minutes, allowing the bread to absorb the liquids.
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the French toast is puffed and golden brown.
Serve with desired toppings
Storage:
You can store leftovers in the fridge in an airtight container for up to two days. Heat leftovers in the microwave. You can also choose to store leftovers in the freezer.
Hot Dog Bun French Toast Bake
Repurpose hot dog buns from your picnic or barbecue by making this incredibly easy and delicious hot dog french toast bake recipe.
Ingredients
- 6 Hot Dog Buns or Hamburger Buns
- 5-6 Large Eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- lemon zest to taste
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C)
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Tear or cut the hot dog buns into bite-sized pieces and place them in a greased baking dish.
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In a medium bowl, stir together the eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon.
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Pour the egg mixture over the hot dog bun pieces, ensuring they are soaked evenly. Let the mixture sit for 5-10 minutes, allowing the bread to absorb the liquids. You may want to toss the mixture to make sure everything is coated.
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Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the French toast is puffed and golden brown.
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Serve with desired toppings
Variations
You can use this basic hot dog bun french toast recipe as a canvas for your creativity! You can add your favorite French toast toppings! Fresh fruit, berries, cinnamon sugar, brown sugar, buts, bacon, sausage, ham, cheese, nuts, coconut, custard,
Topping ideas: Maple syrup, almonds, chocolate chips, whipped cream, honey, banana, and powdered sugar make great toppings for this recipe.
If you like this french toast bake recipe, you should also try:
Pretzel Bread French Toast
Churro Hawaiian Roll French Toast Bake
Muffin Tin McGriddles
This french toast is fantastic for breakfast, brunches, or just when you want to make something with your leftover hot dog buns before they go to waste. Your kids will love this recipe as much as mine did.
Did you make this hot dog french toast bake? How did it work out for you? I would love to hear how you liked it! Please comment below this blog post or tag me on social media and tell me how you liked it. You can find me on Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram, and Twitter.
