Transform your morning routine with a delightful twist on a breakfast classic: Baked French Toast Muffins. This easy-to-follow recipe offers the warm, comforting flavors of traditional French toast in a fun, individual serving size. Complete with a crispy cinnamon streusel topping, these muffins are sure to be a hit whether you’re hosting a brunch or simply looking to spice up your breakfast repertoire.
Ingredients
For the Muffins:
- 1 loaf French bread, cut or torn into ½ inch cubes (about 12 cups)
- 2 1/2 cups milk
- 6 large eggs
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
For the Cinnamon Streusel Topping:
- 1/4 cup cold butter
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
Directions
- Preparation of the Bread Base:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until well blended.
- Grease a 12-cup muffin tin generously to prevent sticking. Evenly distribute the cubed French bread into each muffin cup, aiming for about 1 cup per cup.
- Gently pour the milk and egg mixture over the bread cubes in each cup, pressing the bread down slightly to ensure it’s fully soaked. This helps achieve that classic French toast texture within each muffin.
- Rest and Soak:
- Cover the muffin tin with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or for convenience, leave it overnight. This soaking time is crucial as it allows the bread to fully absorb the egg mixture, ensuring a moist and tender muffin.
- Cinnamon Streusel Topping:
- Prepare the streusel topping by combining cold butter, brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl. Mix with a fork or your fingers until the mixture becomes crumbly. This adds a delightful texture and spiced sweetness to the top of each muffin.
- Baking:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) when ready to bake.
- Sprinkle the streusel topping evenly over each prepped muffin. This will bake into a sweet, crispy layer that contrasts wonderfully with the soft muffin base.
- Place the muffin tin in the oven and bake for 25 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the center is set.
- Serving:
- Let the muffins cool in the tin for about 5 minutes after baking. This rest time makes it easier to remove the muffins without them falling apart.
- Serve warm with a pat of butter and a drizzle of maple syrup for an extra indulgent breakfast or brunch treat.
Nutritional Information
- Calories: 350 kcal per serving
- Prep Time: 2 hours 20 minutes (includes soaking)
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 45 minutes
- Servings: 12 muffins
Conclusion
Baked French Toast Muffins are a creative and delicious way to enjoy the essence of French toast without the need for forks and syrup at the table. They’re perfect for busy mornings, special occasions, or when you just want to treat yourself to something sweet and satisfying. With their rich, custardy base and crunchy streusel topping, these muffins are sure to become a beloved addition to your culinary collection.
Baked French Toast Muffins
- Total Time: 2 hours 45 minutes
- Yield: 12 1x
Description
tart your day with a twist on a classic breakfast favorite with our Baked French Toast Muffins. This dish transforms traditional French toast into delightful muffins, each brimming with the warm flavors of cinnamon and vanilla, topped with a crunchy cinnamon streusel. Ideal for brunch or a quick breakfast, these muffins are sure to enchant anyone looking for a sweet and satisfying morning treat.Whether you’re hosting a brunch or needing a quick yet delicious breakfast option, these Baked French Toast Muffins are a perfect choice. Their individual serving size makes them not only adorable but also incredibly convenient for serving. Enjoy them fresh out of the oven with a drizzle of maple syrup and a side of butter for a truly indulgent experience that’s easy to love and even easier to make.
Ingredients
For the Muffins:
1 loaf French bread, cut or torn into ½ inch cubes (about 12 cups)
2 1/2 cups milk
6 large eggs
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
For the Cinnamon Streusel Topping:
1/4 cup cold butter
1/4 cup light brown sugar
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Pinch of salt
Instructions
In a medium bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, sugar, vanilla, and cinnamon.
Grease a 12-cup muffin tin and distribute about 1 cup of bread cubes into each cup.
Slowly pour the milk and egg mixture over the bread cubes, pressing down slightly to soak.
Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2 hours or overnight.
Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C).
For the topping, mix butter, brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, and salt until crumbly.
Sprinkle streusel evenly over the muffins.
Bake for 25 minutes until golden brown.
Let cool for 5 minutes, then serve with butter and maple syrup if desired.
- Prep Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 350