Description
Delight in these easy-to-make French Toast Muffins that transform leftover bread into a delicious baked breakfast or brunch treat. Soft and custardy on the inside with a golden crust, these muffins are perfect for a grab-and-go meal and can be customized with your favorite mix-ins.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 6 cups cubed day-old bread (such as brioche or French bread)
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons melted butter (plus more for greasing)
To Serve
- Powdered sugar or maple syrup
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin well with butter or nonstick spray to prevent sticking.
- Mix custard: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, vanilla extract, salt, and melted butter until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Soak the bread: Add the cubed day-old bread to the custard mixture and gently fold to coat all pieces evenly. Let the mixture sit for 5 to 10 minutes to allow the bread to absorb the custard thoroughly.
- Fill muffin cups: Divide the soaked bread mixture evenly among the prepared muffin cups, pressing down slightly to compact the mixture for uniform baking.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the muffins are golden brown on top and set in the center.
- Cool and serve: Let the muffins cool in the pan for a few minutes before gently removing them. Serve warm, topped with powdered sugar or drizzled with maple syrup for extra sweetness.
Notes
- These muffins are ideal for using up leftover bread and minimizing food waste.
- Customize your muffins by adding mix-ins like mini chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or fresh berries before baking for added texture and flavor.
- Muffins reheat well in the microwave or oven, making them excellent for meal prep and quick breakfasts.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
