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French Toast Muffin Cups

Delicious French Toast Muffin Cups for Busy Mornings

These French Toast Muffin Cups are the perfect breakfast treat for busy mornings, impressively easy yet delicious.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 muffin cups
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: French
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Muffins
  • 1 cup Milk Any type of milk works, including dairy alternatives.
  • 0.5 cup Granulated Sugar Can swap with brown sugar for richer flavor.
  • 4 pieces Eggs Crucial for binding and structure.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Optional; increase for a delightful taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Can be omitted or swapped with nutmeg.
  • 4 cups Cubed Bread Stale croissants are ideal.
  • 0.25 cup Powdered Sugar Optional garnish.
  • to taste Maple Syrup Optional drizzle when serving.
For the Streusel Topping
  • 0.25 cup Unsalted Butter Ensure it’s cold for the best crumb.
  • 0.333 cup Brown Sugar Can be exchanged for white sugar.
  • 0.5 cup All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free blends can be used.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon A must for cozy taste.
  • a pinch Salt Balances the sweetness.

Equipment

  • muffin tin
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • Pastry cutter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin tin with non-stick spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together milk, granulated sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon until smooth.
  3. Gently fold in the cubed stale bread or croissants, ensuring each piece is well-coated.
  4. Divide the bread mixture evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about ⅓ full.
  5. In a separate bowl, combine cold unsalted butter, brown sugar, all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt until crumbly.
  6. Sprinkle the prepared streusel topping over each filled muffin cup.
  7. Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes, until golden brown and firm.
  8. Allow the muffins to cool for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffin cupCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Perfect for busy mornings and can be made ahead of time. Store in an airtight container for freshness.

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