Description
Cinnamon Sugar French Toast Muffins are a delightful treat that combines the flavors of traditional French toast in a convenient muffin form, perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (Cinnamon Sugar Coating)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (Cinnamon Sugar Coating)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (Cinnamon Sugar Coating)
Instructions
- Set the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin with butter or nonstick spray.
- Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar in a medium bowl.
- In a separate bowl, whisk melted butter, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually fold wet ingredients into dry ingredients, stirring just until incorporated to avoid overmixing.
- Spoon batter evenly into prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about two-thirds full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes until tops are golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Combine granulated sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl. Allow muffins to cool for 5 minutes after baking.
- Brush muffin tops with melted butter, then dip into cinnamon-sugar mixture to coat evenly.
- Serve muffins warm for optimal flavor and texture. Optionally enjoy with maple syrup.
Notes
- Ensure not to overmix the batter to keep muffins light and fluffy.
- These muffins are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for a few days.
- Optional: Top with a drizzle of melted chocolate or cream cheese frosting for an additional treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg