Mini Cinnamon French Toast Bites

These crisp, sweet snack bites are made with oyster crackers coated in a rich butter, brown sugar, and maple syrup glaze, enhanced with cinnamon and crunchy pecans, then baked until perfectly caramelized.

French Toast Bites

Ingredients

• 1 (9 oz) bag oyster crackers
• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1/3 cup maple syrup
• 2 teaspoons cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup pecans, roughly chopped

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Oven and Crackers
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Add the oyster crackers to a large mixing bowl and set aside.

Step 2: Cook the Glaze
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter with the brown sugar, stirring constantly. Bring the mixture to a boil and allow it to boil for exactly 2 minutes.

Step 3: Toss and Coat
Remove the pan from the heat and mix in the maple syrup, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt. Pour the warm glaze over the crackers and gently stir until evenly coated. Add the chopped pecans and spread everything out evenly on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 4: Bake and Cool
Bake for about 12 minutes, or until the coating is bubbly and caramelized. Allow the crackers to cool completely on the baking sheet before breaking them into bite-sized pieces.

Step 5: Store
Store in an airtight container at room temperature.