French Toast Muffins
The ultimate comfort food, French Toast Muffins are fluffy, sweet, and utterly delightful. Perfect for breakfast or brunch, these easy muffins combine classic French toast flavors in a simple, grab-and-go format. Treat yourself to a batch today!
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Frying Pan
- Whisk
- Blender
- Baking Sheet
- Oven
Ingredients
- 1 cup Whole Milk
- 1/4 cup Heavy Whipping Cream
- 2 tablespoons Sugar
- 4 Eggs
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
- 3/4 teaspoon Cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon Kosher Sea Salt
- 6 cups Dried Cubed Bread (white, challah, brioche, croissants, or cinnamon raisin)
- 1/3 cup All-Purpose Flour
- 1/4 cup Brown Sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon
- 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures that the muffins bake evenly and rise perfectly. While the oven heats, grab a 12-cup muffin pan and spray it with cooking spray to prevent sticking. It’s important to prepare your pan ahead of time so you can focus on mixing the batter.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the milk, heavy whipping cream, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt. Make sure to whisk vigorously until everything is well combined. The mixture should be smooth and slightly frothy, indicating that it’s ready for the next step.
- Once your egg mixture is ready, add the dried cubed bread to the bowl. Gently toss the bread with the egg mixture using a spatula or your hands until all the cubes are well coated. Be sure not to overmix; you want the bread to soak up the liquid without disintegrating.
- Using a measuring cup, scoop about a 1/3 cup of the mixture into each muffin well. Fill them generously, but leave a little space at the top, as they will rise during baking. The bread cubes should be well distributed, giving each muffin that perfect texture.
- Now, let’s prepare the topping! In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon. This will create a streusel-like mixture that adds a delicious crunch to your muffins.
- Next, add the unsalted butter to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry blender or your fingers, break the butter into small pea-sized clumps. You want to create a crumbly texture that will sprinkle nicely over the muffins.
- Sprinkle the streusel mixture evenly over the tops of the muffins. This step adds not only flavor but also visual appeal, making your French Toast Muffins look even more tempting.
- Place the muffin pan in the preheated oven and bake for about 25 to 30 minutes. Keep an eye on them towards the end; you want them to be golden brown on top. When ready, a toothpick inserted into the center should come out clean.
- Once baked, remove the muffins from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes. This cooling time is crucial; it allows the muffins to set and makes it easier to remove them without falling apart.
- After cooling, gently remove the muffins from the pan and let them cool on a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature, and enjoy every bite of your delicious French Toast Muffins!
Notes
After cooling, store leftovers in an airtight container to keep them fresh. They can be kept at room temperature for up to three days. Yes, you can freeze these muffins! Wrap them individually in plastic wrap and place them in a freezer bag. They will stay fresh for up to three months. Reheat them in the microwave when you’re ready to enjoy.