Description
These Easy French Toast Muffins are a delightful twist on classic French toast, featuring tender bread cubes soaked in a spiced egg mixture and baked into convenient, single-serving muffins. Perfect for breakfasts, brunches, or as a make-ahead treat, they combine the richness of brioche or challah with the warm flavors of cinnamon and brown sugar. Optional walnuts add a satisfying crunch, making these muffins both comforting and delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 16–18 ounce loaf of brioche, challah, or fresh sourdough, sliced into 1-inch cubes
- 6 large eggs
- 1 ½ cups whole or 2% milk
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ⅓ cup walnut pieces (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Bread Cubes: Cut your brioche, challah, or sourdough loaf into 1-inch cubes ensuring they are evenly sized for consistent baking.
- Mix the Custard: In a large bowl, whisk together the 6 large eggs, 1 ½ cups of whole or 2% milk, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and ½ teaspoon kosher salt until fully combined and smooth.
- Combine Bread and Custard: Gently fold the bread cubes into the egg mixture, making sure each piece is well coated. If using walnuts, fold them in at this point for added texture.
- Spoon into Muffin Pan: Grease a standard muffin tin and evenly distribute the soaked bread cubes and custard mixture into each muffin cup. Press down lightly to pack the mixture slightly.
- Bake the Muffins: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the muffins for 20–25 minutes or until the tops are golden brown and the custard is set when tested with a toothpick.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then carefully remove them and serve warm. They pair wonderfully with maple syrup or fresh fruit.
Notes
- Using day-old bread can help absorb the custard better without becoming too soggy.
- Substitute milk alternatives like almond or oat milk for a dairy-free version, noting that texture may vary.
- For added flavor, consider mixing in a teaspoon of vanilla extract into the custard.
- French Toast Muffins can be made ahead and refrigerated or frozen, then warmed in the oven or microwave before serving.
- Optional walnuts add texture but can be omitted for a nut-free option.
Keywords: French Toast Muffins, Breakfast Muffins, Brioche Muffins, Challah French Toast, Baked French Toast, Easy Breakfast Recipe