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Here’s a recipe for Cinnamon Sugar French Toast Muffins the perfect blend of fluffy muffins with the irresistible flavors of French toast, cinnamon, and sugar. These are perfect for a cozy breakfast or a sweet treat!
Ingredients (Makes 12 muffins):
For the muffins:
- 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup (180ml) whole milk
- 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream
- 1/2 cup (80g) diced bread (preferably a day or two old, such as French or brioche)
For the cinnamon sugar topping:
- 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons (30g) unsalted butter, melted
Instructions:
1. Prepare the muffin batter:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin or line it with muffin liners.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, combine the milk and heavy cream.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk and cream mixture. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Gently fold in the diced bread cubes.
2. Fill the muffin tin:
- Divide the muffin batter evenly among the 12 muffin cups. Fill each cup about 3/4 full.
3. Make the cinnamon sugar topping:
- In a small bowl, mix together the sugar and cinnamon.
- Brush the tops of each muffin with the melted butter, then sprinkle with the cinnamon sugar mixture.
4. Bake the muffins:
- Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and allow the muffins to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
5. Serve and enjoy:
- These muffins are delicious when warm, with a nice balance of cinnamon and sugar. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet snack!
Tips:
- Bread choice: Day-old bread works best as it soaks up the batter and adds a great texture to the muffins. You can use French bread, brioche, or even challah.
- Storage: These muffins can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or they can be frozen for up to a month.
- Make them extra special: For added flavor, drizzle some maple syrup or top with whipped cream when serving.
These Cinnamon Sugar French Toast Muffins are like having French toast in muffin form—fluffy, sweet, and absolutely delicious!
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