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Easy Cinnamon Sugar Baked French Toast Muffins

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Make grab-and-go breakfast simple with these baked French toast muffins. They combine the flavor of classic French toast with the convenience of a muffin, perfect for meal prep or brunch.

Ingredients

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  • 1 loaf (about 10-12 slices) thick-cut bread (brioche or challah works best)
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk (whole or 2%)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for the batter)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for the topping)
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon (for the topping)
  • 1/4 cup (4 tablespoons) unsalted butter, melted

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a standard 12-cup muffin tin well or use paper liners.
  2. Cut the bread into small, 1-inch cubes. Place the bread cubes evenly into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, nutmeg, and 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar until fully combined. This is your custard base.
  4. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread cubes in the muffin tin. Gently press the bread down to help it soak up the liquid. Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes to absorb.
  5. In a small bowl, mix the 1/2 cup granulated sugar and 2 tablespoons of ground cinnamon for the topping.
  6. Brush the tops of the soaked bread cubes lightly with the melted butter.
  7. Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture generously over the tops of the muffins.
  8. Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the centers are set.
  9. Let the French toast muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes before carefully removing them to a wire rack to cool slightly. Serve warm for the best flavor.

Notes

  • For make ahead breakfast, you can assemble the muffins the night before, cover the tin, and refrigerate. Add 3-5 minutes to the baking time if baking directly from the refrigerator.
  • Use slightly stale bread; it absorbs the custard better without becoming too soggy.
  • These are excellent served with maple syrup or fresh berries.

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