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Cinnamon Sugar French Toast Muffins: Your New Favorite Breakfast Treat

Four golden brown cinnamon sugar french toast muffins heavily coated in sparkling cinnamon sugar, resting on a white plate.
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Make these Cinnamon Sugar French Toast Muffins for a soft, sweet breakfast hybrid. They capture the flavor of classic French toast in a portable, easy-to-bake muffin format, perfect for cozy mornings or grab-and-go meals.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar, plus more for topping
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, plus more for topping
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup (about 4 slices) stale or day-old bread, torn into small pieces
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (for topping dip)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease well.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon.
  3. In a separate medium bowl, whisk the egg, milk, buttermilk, 1/4 cup melted butter, and vanilla extract until combined.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined; do not overmix. A few lumps are fine.
  5. Gently fold in the torn pieces of stale bread.
  6. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
  7. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. While the muffins bake, prepare the topping mixture: In a small, shallow bowl, combine about 1/2 cup of granulated sugar with 1 tablespoon of ground cinnamon.
  9. Once the muffins are done, let them cool in the pan for 5 minutes.
  10. Melt the remaining 4 tablespoons of butter in a small bowl.
  11. Dip the top of each warm muffin first into the melted butter, then immediately roll or generously coat it in the cinnamon sugar mixture.
  12. Place the coated muffins on a wire rack to cool slightly before serving.

Notes

  • Using day-old bread adds a nice texture reminiscent of traditional French toast soak.
  • For a richer flavor, substitute half the milk with heavy cream.
  • These muffins freeze well. Cool them completely, place them in an airtight container, and freeze for up to three months. Thaw overnight or reheat briefly.

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