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Filling the muffin tin is a crucial step in making your Cinnamon Sugar French Toast Muffins. Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s hot and ready for baking. When it comes to portion sizes, a standard muffin tin typically holds about 1/4 to 1/3 cup of batter per muffin. Using an ice cream scoop or a measuring cup can help you achieve consistent portions, preventing mess and ensuring even baking.

Cinnamon Sugar French Toast Muffins

Indulge in these delicious Cinnamon Sugar French Toast Muffins, the perfect treat for breakfast or brunch! Made with buttery French bread soaked in a rich custard of eggs, milk, and warming spices, these muffins are irresistibly comforting. Topped with a sweet cinnamon-brown sugar mixture, they come out golden and fluffy. Enjoy them warm, dusted with powdered sugar or drizzled with maple syrup. Treat yourself to this delightful recipe today!

Ingredients
  

4 cups French bread (cut into cubes)

4 large eggs

1 cup milk (whole or your preference)

1/2 cup granulated sugar

1 tsp vanilla extract

1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (plus extra for sprinkling)

1/4 tsp nutmeg

1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)

1/4 cup brown sugar (packed)

Pinch of salt

Optional: maple syrup for serving

Instructions
 

Preheat Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a muffin tin with non-stick spray or butter.

    Prepare the Bread: In a large mixing bowl, add the cubed French bread and set aside. If the bread is slightly stale, it will absorb the custard better.

      Make the Custard: In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt until well combined.

        Combine: Pour the custard mixture over the bread cubes. Gently fold the mixture to ensure all the bread is well coated, allowing it to soak for about 10-15 minutes.

          Fill Muffin Tin: Spoon the soaked bread mixture into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full to allow for rising.

            Prepare the Topping: In a small bowl, mix the melted butter, brown sugar, and additional ground cinnamon. Drizzle this mixture over the filled muffin cups for a sweet topping.

              Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the muffins are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

                Cool: Once out of the oven, allow the muffins to cool in the tin for about 5 minutes before gently removing them. They can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature.

                  Serve: Serve the muffins warm with a sprinkling of powdered sugar, a drizzle of maple syrup, or simply enjoy them as they are.

                    Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes | Servings: 12 muffins