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Cinnamon Sugar French Toast Muffins

A single, golden-brown cinnamon sugar french toast muffin topped with sparkling sugar crystals on a white plate.
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Make soft, custardy muffins that taste like classic French toast, finished with a sweet, buttery cinnamon sugar coating. This easy breakfast recipe is perfect for busy mornings or weekend brunch.

Ingredients

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  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for batter)
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted, plus 2 tablespoons for topping
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar (for batter)
  • 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup milk (whole or 2%)
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for topping)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a standard 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease well.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon. Set this dry mixture aside.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, and brown sugar until combined.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the milk and heavy cream.
  6. Alternate adding the dry ingredients and the milk mixture to the wet ingredients, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix only until just combined; do not overmix the batter.
  7. Fill the prepared muffin cups about two-thirds full with batter.
  8. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. While the muffins bake, prepare the topping. In a small bowl, combine the 1/2 cup granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon for the topping.
  10. Once the muffins are done, let them cool in the pan for 5 minutes.
  11. Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Brush the tops of the warm muffins lightly with the melted butter.
  12. Immediately dip or generously sprinkle the tops of the warm muffins into the cinnamon sugar mixture.
  13. Transfer the muffins to a wire rack to cool slightly before serving.

Notes

  • For the best texture, use good quality milk or a mix of milk and cream to achieve a custardy interior.
  • You can use cubed brioche bread pieces mixed into the batter for an even more authentic French toast feel.
  • Make these ahead of time and store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.

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