# Toasted Cinnamon Bites This Cinnamon Sugar French Toast Bites Recipe is Brunch-Appropriate By Jana Pijak | Published 2018-05-01 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cinnamon-sugar-french-toast References: [simplyshellie](http://simplyshellie.com/french-toast-bites) These Cinnamon Sugar French Toast Bites by Simply Shelly's food blog are a lighter take on an indulgent breakfast and brunch favorite. The clever snacks are made with deconstructed bread slices which are broken down into small, [bite-sized pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-brioche-bites). The result is a snack that's ideal for on-the-go enjoyment and is a must-have at [Sunday Brunch gatherings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cinnaholic-brunchinspired-menu) that feature a family-style, shareable menu. Made from egg, butter, milk, cinnamon and white sugar, this Cinnamon Sugar French Toast recipe keeps ingredients traditional while minimizing portion sizes in order to create a tasty yet calorie-conscious brunch option. Allowing foodies to indulge with less guilt, this portion-controlled alternative to heavier French Toast meals is both diet-friendly and is a choice ideal for kids and the entire family. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 35% | Activity: 75% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Portion-controlled Meals:** Creating portion-controlled alternatives allows individuals to indulge in their favorite dishes with less guilt. - **Calorie-conscious Options:** Developing recipes that are both tasty and calorie-conscious appeals to health-conscious consumers. - **On-the-go Snacks:** Designing bite-sized snacks provides convenience for individuals who are always on the move. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry can create portion-controlled meals and calorie-conscious options to cater to health-conscious consumers. - **Quick-service Restaurants:** Quick-service restaurants can develop on-the-go snacks to target busy individuals looking for convenient meals. - **Family-style Dining:** Family-style dining establishments can incorporate portion-controlled dishes to offer a healthier option for Sunday Brunch gatherings. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cinnamon-Sugar French Toast Sticks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/churro-french-toast-sticks.md) - [Cinnamon Toast-Infused Pancakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cinnamon-toast-pancakes.md) - [Heat-and-Eat French Toast Slices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brioche-french-toast.md) - [Cinnamon Cereal Pretzel Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cinnamon-toast-crunch-cinnadust-pretzel-bites.md) - [French Toast-Inspired Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/french-toast-cookies.md) - [Miniature French Bakery Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/creme-brle-bites.md) - [Caramelized French Toast Dishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crme-brule-french-toast.md) - [Dessert-Like Breakfast Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/banana-french-toast-sticks.md) - [French Toast Breakfast Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cinnamon-swirl-french-toast-breakfast.md)