2 Unique Uses for Hot Dog Buns

I think most people find themselves with the dilemma of having leftover hot dog buns.  It's one of life's great mysteries why the amount of hot dogs in a package do not match the number of buns in a package.  So lately instead of letting the buns become a science experiment in my bread drawer I have been trying to use them in other ways besides just holding my hot dog.  So far this is what I have some up with, please if you have more ideas share them!

1. Surpising the hot dog buns make wonderful french toast.  They soak up the butter that they are cooked in and are light.  Simple make a mixture of egg, little bit of milk, spinkle or two of cinnamin and a splash of vanilla.  Dip the buns in the mixture and cook them on a buttered griddle.  To make a complete meal you may leave the buns connected when cooking and place a sausage link or bacon inside to make a breakfast sandwich.
2. Recently I made a pot of soup and was looking for some bread to dunk in my bowl.  Again staring at me from the counter were some leftover hot dog buns.  I decided to turn them into crispy flavorful croutons to place in my bowl.  I cut up the buns into chunks and tossed them in a bowl with italian seasoing, garlic powder, onion powder, and olive oil.  Lay them flat in one layer on a baking sheet  and toast in a 375 oven until golden brown.