My husband’s eyes light up every time he sees this dish on his plate.
In the realm of comfort breakfast foods, few things rival the delightful aroma and taste of freshly baked cinnamon sugar French toast muffins. Combining the flavors of classic French toast with the convenience of muffins, this recipe is a surefire way to start your day on a delicious note. Let’s delve into how to prepare this delectable treat and explore its nuances.
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Ingredients:
| Ingredients | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Loaf of sandwich bread, cubed | 1 (about 6 cups) |
| Large eggs | 4 |
| Whole milk | 1 cup |
| Granulated sugar | 1/4 cup |
| Vanilla extract | 1 tsp |
| Ground cinnamon | 1/2 tsp |
| Butter, melted | 1/4 cup |
| Brown sugar | 1/3 cup |
| Ground cinnamon (for topping) | 1 tsp |
Instructions:
- Preheat and Prepare: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a muffin tin or line it with paper liners for easy cleanup.
- Prepare Bread Cubes: Take the loaf of sandwich bread and cut it into cubes, totaling about 6 cups. Place the cubes in a large mixing bowl.
- Make the Custard Mixture: In another bowl, crack the eggs and whisk them together with the whole milk, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Combine with Bread: Pour the custard mixture over the bread cubes, ensuring that each cube is thoroughly coated. Allow the bread to soak up the mixture for a few minutes.
- Fill Muffin Cups: Spoon the soaked bread cubes into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup almost to the top. Press down gently to compact the cubes.
- Prepare Cinnamon Sugar Topping: In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar and ground cinnamon for the topping.
- Add Topping: Drizzle the melted butter over the muffins, ensuring each one gets a delicious coating. Then, generously sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture on top of each muffin, covering them evenly.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the muffins are golden brown and set. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Once baked, allow the muffins to cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve warm and enjoy the comforting goodness of these Cinnamon Sugar French Toast Muffins.
