Baked Cinnamon French Toast Muffins
These Baked Cinnamon French Toast Muffins are the perfect blend of classic French toast and convenient muffins. Easy to make, customizable, and ideal for brunch or on-the-go breakfasts. Try them today for a cozy, cinnamon-spiced treat!
Ingredients
- 6 cups bread cubes day-old or slightly stale, from brioche, challah, or French bread
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- Maple syrup for serving
- Powdered sugar for garnish, optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a muffin tin or line it with paper liners.
- Prepare the bread: Cut your bread into 1-inch cubes and place them in a large mixing bowl.
- Make the custard: In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cream, brown sugar, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
- Soak the bread: Pour the custard mixture over the bread cubes and gently stir to coat all the pieces evenly. Let the mixture sit for 10-15 minutes to allow the bread to absorb the custard.
- Fill the muffin tin: Spoon the soaked bread mixture into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup almost to the top. Drizzle melted butter over the muffins for added richness.
- Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the tops are golden and crisp. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out clean.
- Serve: Allow the muffins to cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with powdered sugar and drizzle with maple syrup if desired.