French Toast Bites

1/2 Loaf	Brioche Bread, cubed
1-1/2 cups	Buttermilk
4	Large Eggs
4 tbsp	Unsalted Butter, melted
2 tbsp	Olive Oil
2 tbsp	Granulated Sugar
1/2 tsp	Ground Cinnamon
Salt, to taste
Homemade Maple Syrup, optional

Cut Brioche bread into 1-inch cubes and spready evenly on a rimmed baking sheet. Set cubes aside to dry for at least 1 hour.
If using a grill: place cast-iron griddle on the cooking grid.
Preheat grill or griddle to medium.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together buttermilk, eggs, butter, sugar, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
Pour buttermilk mixture over bread cubes. Soak cubes no more than 5 minutes.
Lightly coat preheated cooking surface in olive oil and arrange cubes in an even layer.
Grill uncovered 5-8 minutes, turning often.
When all sides are golden brown, remove from heat.
Serve warm with homemade maple syrup and a side of crispy bacon or fresh fruit!