Description
These French Toast Muffins are a delicious and convenient twist on traditional French toast, made with day-old bread soaked in a rich egg mixture and baked to golden perfection. Perfect for breakfast or brunch, they can be customized with nuts, chocolate chips, or even berries for a fruity touch. Enjoy them warm, drizzled with maple syrup!
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 slices of day-old bread (preferably brioche or challah)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup maple syrup (for drizzling)
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional, such as pecans or walnuts)
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
- Butter or cooking spray (for greasing the muffin tin)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a standard 12-cup muffin tin with butter or cooking spray.
- Cut the day-old bread into 1-inch cubes and place them in a large mixing bowl.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
- Pour the egg mixture over the bread cubes and gently fold to coat. Let it sit for 10-15 minutes to absorb the liquid.
- Fold in the chopped nuts and/or chocolate chips if desired.
- Fill each muffin cup with the bread mixture, packing it down slightly but leaving some room at the top.
- Drizzle a small amount of maple syrup over the top of each muffin.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for about 5 minutes.
- Run a knife around the edges and gently lift the muffins out. Place them on a wire rack to cool slightly.
- Serve warm, optionally topped with whipped cream, powdered sugar, or additional maple syrup.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave for 20-30 seconds before serving.
Notes
- For a fruity twist, add 1 cup of fresh or frozen berries to the batter.
- For a savory version, omit sugar and vanilla, and add cooked bacon or sausage with shredded cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes