Description
Golden, spiced, and soul-warming, these Cinnamon Sugar French Toast Muffins deliver classic breakfast flavors in muffin form. Each bite is a comforting mix of creamy custard-soaked bread and a crispy cinnamon sugar crust. Great for brunch, make-ahead meals, or cozy mornings.
Ingredients
For the Muffins:
- 6 cups cubed brioche or challah bread (preferably day-old)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 2 tablespoons melted butter (for brushing tops)
For the Topping:
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin well.
- Cut bread into 1-inch cubes and set aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, sugar, cinnamon, vanilla, and salt.
- Add bread cubes to the custard mixture and gently stir to coat. Let soak for 2–3 minutes.
- Evenly divide the mixture among the muffin cups, pressing down gently.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, until golden and set.
- Let cool in the pan for 5–7 minutes. Brush tops with melted butter.
- Mix sugar and cinnamon for the topping. Sprinkle generously over warm muffins.
- Serve warm or store for later.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes