Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 Tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 Teaspoon ground cinnamon
Bread
- 12 Slices brioche bread, or sourdough bread
Wet Ingredients
- 4 eggs
- 2 Tablespoons light brown sugar, packed
- 2 Teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 Cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin thoroughly to prevent sticking.
- Mix Cinnamon Sugar: In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon, setting aside half for later use.
- Cube the Bread: Slice the brioche or sourdough bread into cubes, suitable for muffin-sized portions.
- Make Egg Mixture: In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, then incorporate the light brown sugar, vanilla extract, and milk until well combined.
- Soak the Bread Cubes: Add the cubed bread into the egg mixture, gently stirring to ensure each piece is thoroughly coated and soaked.
- Incorporate Cinnamon Sugar: Sprinkle half of the cinnamon sugar mixture over the soaked bread and carefully mix to distribute the flavor. Then sprinkle the remaining cinnamon sugar and mix again gently.
- Fill Muffin Tins: Evenly distribute the soaked and seasoned bread mixture into the greased muffin tin cavities without pressing down, allowing the muffins to remain light and fluffy.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 22 minutes until the muffins turn golden on top and are set in the center.
- Serve Warm: Remove from the oven and serve the French Toast Muffins warm for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- For best results, use brioche bread for extra richness, but sourdough works well too.
- Do not press the bread mixture down in the muffin tin to keep the muffins light and fluffy.
- These muffins can be stored in the refrigerator and reheated gently in the oven or microwave.
- Add a drizzle of maple syrup or a dusting of powdered sugar before serving for extra sweetness.
- Use whole milk for creamier muffins, or substitute with a dairy-free milk to make them lactose-free.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian