Description
Indulge in the delightful convenience of Baked French Toast Muffins, a unique twist on the classic breakfast favorite. These muffins encapsulate the warm flavors of traditional French toast—think cinnamon, vanilla, and maple—while providing a handheld option perfect for busy mornings or brunch gatherings. With a crispy exterior and tender center, they are not only easy to make but also versatile enough to customize with your favorite toppings. Whether enjoyed fresh out of the oven or as part of a delightful breakfast spread, these muffins are sure to be a hit with family and friends!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 slices of bread
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon maple extract
- 1½ teaspoons cinnamon (divided)
- ¼ teaspoon grated nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and spray a muffin tin with non-stick spray.
- Cut the bread into 1-inch cubes and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, heavy cream, brown sugar, vanilla extract, maple extract, cinnamon (½ teaspoon), and nutmeg until smooth.
- Add the bread cubes to the egg mixture and stir until evenly coated.
- Spoon the mixture into muffin cups, filling them about three-quarters full.
- In a small bowl, combine remaining cinnamon and granulated sugar; sprinkle over each muffin.
- Bake for approximately 20 minutes until golden brown and firm.
- Cool briefly before serving; drizzle with powdered sugar or maple syrup if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (85g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg