Cinnamon Sugar French Toast Muffins
These Cinnamon Sugar French Toast Muffins are a delicious twist on classic French toast, baked into a soft, fluffy muffin form. Coated in a buttery cinnamon-sugar topping, they make a perfect breakfast treat or snack. Quick, easy, and absolutely irresistible!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 muffins
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
For the Muffins:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Cinnamon Sugar Coating:
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
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Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 12-cup muffin tin or line with cupcake liners.
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Prepare the Batter: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
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Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk the milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract until well combined.
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Combine: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.
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Bake: Divide the batter evenly into the muffin tin. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
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Prepare Cinnamon Sugar Coating: While the muffins bake, mix the sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl. Melt the butter in another bowl.
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Coat the Muffins: Once the muffins are slightly cooled, dip the tops in melted butter, then roll them in the cinnamon sugar mixture.
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Serve: Enjoy warm or at room temperature!
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg to the batter.
- These muffins are best eaten fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in the microwave for a few seconds for a warm, fresh taste!
