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Breakfast is often hailed as the most important meal of the day, and for good reason. It sets the tone for the day ahead and offers a moment to savor delicious flavors. When it comes to breakfast treats, few can compete with the heartwarming comfort of homemade muffins. From their fluffy texture to their delightful sweetness, muffins are the ultimate versatile breakfast option. Enter Cinnamon Sugar French Toast Muffins: a delightful twist on the classic French toast that combines the best of both worlds.

Cinnamon Sugar French Toast Muffins

Start your morning off right with Cinnamon Sugar French Toast Muffins! These fluffy, sweet treats blend the comforting flavors of classic French toast with a fun muffin twist. Perfect for brunch or busy mornings, they’re easy to make and versatile with endless creative variations. Enjoy them fresh with maple syrup, fresh fruit, or a sprinkling of nuts. Discover the joy of baking this delightful breakfast treat today! #FrenchToastMuffins #BreakfastIdeas #BakingJoy #MuffinRecipe #BrunchDelights
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Ingredients
  

1 loaf of day-old brioche or challah bread, cubed

4 large eggs

1 cup milk (whole or 2%)

1/4 cup heavy cream

1/3 cup granulated sugar

1 tablespoon vanilla extract

1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon nutmeg

Pinch of salt

1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

1/2 cup brown sugar, packed

Extra cinnamon sugar for topping (1/4 cup sugar mixed with 1 tablespoon cinnamon)

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a muffin tin with cooking spray or line with paper liners for easy removal.

    Prep the Bread: Cut the brioche or challah bread into small cubes (about 1-inch pieces). Spread them evenly in a large mixing bowl.

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

        Combine: Pour the egg mixture over the cubed bread and gently mix until all the bread is soaked in the custard mixture. Allow it to sit for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

          Prepare the Cinnamon Sugar Mixture: In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar with the melted butter until well combined.

            Fill the Muffin Tin: Using a spoon, fill each muffin cup halfway with the bread mixture. Drizzle a spoonful of the brown sugar mixture over the top of each muffin cup. Then, top with more bread mixture until full.

              Sprinkle Cinnamon Sugar: Generously sprinkle the tops with the extra cinnamon sugar mixture.

                Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

                  Cool and Serve: Let the muffins cool in the tin for about 5 minutes, then carefully transfer them to a wire rack to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm, with maple syrup or whipped cream if desired!

                    Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 50 minutes | Servings: 12 muffins