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If you're a fan of breakfast delights that combine comfort and convenience, then Cinnamon Sugar French Toast Muffins are the perfect treat for you. These muffins take the iconic flavors of classic French toast—sweet, buttery, and warmly spiced with cinnamon—and transform them into a handheld breakfast option that is both easy to make and delightful to eat. Whether you're rushing out the door on a busy weekday morning or hosting a leisurely brunch with friends, these muffins are an ideal choice that promises to please everyone at the table.

Cinnamon Sugar French Toast Muffins

Elevate your breakfast game with these delightful Cinnamon Sugar French Toast Muffins! Perfectly sweet and coated in a cinnamon sugar topping, these muffins are made with day-old bread, eggs, and a touch of vanilla. They're super easy to prepare, ready in just 35 minutes, and great for serving warm with maple syrup or powdered sugar. Enjoy a cozy, delicious start to your day with this fun twist on classic French toast!
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Ingredients
  

8 slices of day-old bread (white or whole grain), cut into cubes

3 large eggs

1 cup milk (whole or almond)

1/4 cup granulated sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

1/4 cup brown sugar, packed

1 tablespoon granulated sugar (for topping)

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for topping)

Optional: maple syrup or powdered sugar for serving

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a standard muffin tin with non-stick spray or butter.

    Prepare the Bread: In a large mixing bowl, combine the bread cubes and melted butter. Toss to coat the bread evenly with the butter, then set aside.

      Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and salt until well combined.

        Combine Mixtures: Pour the egg mixture over the bread cubes and gently fold to coat all pieces. Let it sit for about 10-15 minutes to allow the bread to absorb the liquid.

          Fill Muffin Tin: Spoon the bread mixture into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cavity about 3/4 full.

            Prepare Cinnamon Sugar Topping: In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, 1 tablespoon granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon cinnamon. Sprinkle this mixture generously over the top of the muffin batter in each cup.

              Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes or until the muffins are golden brown and puffed up. A toothpick inserted in the center should come out clean.

                Cool and Serve: Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. Serve warm with maple syrup or sprinkle with powdered sugar if desired.

                  Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 15 min | 35 min | 12 muffins