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Cinnamon Sugar French Toast Muffins Recipe

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These Cinnamon Sugar French Toast Muffins are a delightful twist on classic French toast, baked into convenient, individual portions. Perfect for a cozy breakfast or brunch, they feature a rich custard-soaked bread base infused with vanilla and cinnamon, topped with a buttery cinnamon sugar crust for a crispy, sweet finish.

Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

  • 4 cups day-old bread, cubed
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon

Topping

  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 2 tbsp melted butter

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line a muffin tin to prepare for baking.
  2. Prepare Custard Mixture: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon until fully combined.
  3. Soak the Bread: Gently fold in the cubed day-old bread into the custard mixture and let it soak for about 5 minutes, allowing the bread to absorb the flavors.
  4. Fill Muffin Tin: Evenly distribute the soaked bread mixture into the prepared muffin cups, pressing down lightly to ensure it is compacted.
  5. Bake: Bake the muffins in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until they turn golden brown and are set in the middle.
  6. Add Topping: Immediately after baking, brush each muffin with melted butter and sprinkle the cinnamon sugar topping evenly over them for a sweet, crunchy finish.
  7. Cool and Serve: Allow the muffins to cool slightly before serving warm, enhancing their texture and flavor.

Notes

  • Use day-old bread for optimal texture; fresh bread may become too soggy.
  • Feel free to use your choice of bread such as brioche, challah, or French bread for different flavor profiles.
  • For a dairy-free option, substitute milk and cream with almond or oat milk and use a plant-based butter alternative.
  • These muffins can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven for best texture.
  • Add-ins like raisins, chopped nuts, or chocolate chips can be mixed into the batter for extra flavor.

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