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Cinnamon Sugar French Toast Muffins Recipe

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  • Author: Zoe
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 12 muffins 1x

Description

These Cinnamon Sugar French Toast Muffins are a delightful twist on classic French toast, baked into convenient, bite-sized portions. Soft, custardy bread cubes are soaked in a vanilla-cinnamon egg mixture, baked to golden perfection, and then coated in a buttery cinnamon sugar topping. Perfect for a cozy breakfast or brunch treat served warm with maple syrup.

Ingredients

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French Toast Mixture

  • 1 loaf French bread or Brioche, cubed (approx 10 cups)
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1.5 cups whole milk
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon

Cinnamon Sugar Topping

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Muffin Tin: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and thoroughly grease a 12-cup muffin tin to prevent the muffins from sticking.
  2. Cube the Bread: Cut the French bread or brioche into approximately 1-inch cubes and place them in a large mixing bowl, creating the base of your muffins.
  3. Mix Egg Custard: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon until well combined and smooth.
  4. Soak the Bread: Pour the egg mixture over the bread cubes. Gently toss to coat all the cubes evenly, and let the mixture sit for 10 minutes to allow the bread to absorb the custard thoroughly.
  5. Fill Muffin Tin: Divide the soaked bread mixture evenly among the 12 muffin cups, pressing down slightly to compact the mixture for uniform muffins.
  6. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the muffins are golden brown on top and set in the center.
  7. Prepare Cinnamon Sugar Topping: While the muffins bake, melt the butter in a bowl. In another bowl, mix together the remaining 1/2 cup granulated sugar and 1 tablespoon cinnamon.
  8. Coat Muffins: After baking, allow the muffins to cool for about 5 minutes. Then, dip the tops of each muffin into the melted butter and immediately roll them in the cinnamon sugar mixture until evenly coated.
  9. Serve: Serve the muffins warm, optionally drizzled with maple syrup for added sweetness and moisture.

Notes

  • Use stale or day-old bread for better absorption of the custard without becoming too soggy.
  • The muffins are best served warm but can be refrigerated and reheated later.
  • To reheat, warm in a toaster oven or conventional oven to maintain crispiness.
  • For a dairy-free variation, substitute milk with almond or oat milk and use a butter alternative.
  • Feel free to add mix-ins like chocolate chips or chopped nuts for extra texture.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: cinnamon sugar, French toast muffins, breakfast muffins, baked French toast, brunch recipe, cinnamon, vanilla, easy breakfast

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