Cinnamon Sugar French Toast Muffins
Cinnamon Sugar French Toast Muffins combine the comforting taste of French toast with the convenience of a muffin. With custard-soaked bread, a sweet cinnamon sugar topping, and a soft, fluffy texture, these muffins are the perfect addition to your breakfast or as a sweet treat. Customize them with various add-ins like cream cheese filling, chocolate chips, or fresh fruit for extra flavor. A delicious twist on a breakfast favorite that is both easy to make and satisfying!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 muffins
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
For the Muffins:
- 4 cups day-old bread, cubed
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
For the Cinnamon Sugar Topping:
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp melted butter
Instructions
- Prepare the Bread: Cut the day-old bread into 1-inch cubes and set aside.
- Make the Custard: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla, and cinnamon until smooth.
- Soak the Bread: Add the bread cubes to the custard, stirring gently to ensure the bread is soaked. Let it sit for at least 10 minutes.
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line a 12-cup muffin tin.
- Fill the Muffin Tin: Divide the soaked bread mixture evenly into the muffin cups, pressing down lightly.
- Prepare the Topping: In a small bowl, mix sugar and cinnamon. Drizzle melted butter over the muffins and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar.
- Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the muffins are golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Let the muffins cool slightly in the tin, then transfer to a wire rack. Serve warm, optionally with maple syrup.
Notes
- Variations:
- Maple Syrup Drizzle: Add a drizzle of warm maple syrup over the muffins for extra sweetness.
- Cream Cheese Filling: Add a dollop of sweetened cream cheese in the center of each muffin before baking.
- Fresh Fruit: Add blueberries or diced apples to the bread mixture for added flavor.
- Streusel Topping: Top with a buttery streusel for extra crunch.
- Chocolate Chip Version: Stir mini chocolate chips into the mixture for a chocolate twist.
- Gluten-Free Option: Use gluten-free bread for a gluten-free version.
- French Toast Casserole: Make this into a casserole by using a 9×13-inch baking dish instead of a muffin tin.
- Storage/Reheating: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature or up to a week in the refrigerator. To reheat, microwave for 15-20 seconds or bake at 350°F for 5 minutes
