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Homemade Cinnamon Sugar French Toast Muffins on a rustic table, warm and delicious.
Josefine Balker

Cinnamon Sugar French Toast Muffins

These Cinnamon Sugar French Toast Muffins offer all the cozy flavors of traditional French toast in a convenient, handheld muffin form—perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a comforting snack on the go.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
Wet Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 eggs large
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
Cinnamon Sugar Coating
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon

Equipment

  • Muffin Tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with liners.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk melted butter, milk, eggs, nutmeg, and vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Divide the batter into the muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
  6. Bake for 20–25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Let muffins cool for 5 minutes in the tin, then transfer to a wire rack.
  8. Mix sugar and cinnamon for coating in a shallow dish.
  9. While muffins are warm, dip the tops into the cinnamon sugar coating.
  10. Optional: For a crispier top, return coated muffins to the oven for 2–3 minutes.

Notes

Serve with maple syrup, whipped cream, or berries for added flair. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerate for up to 4 days.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):

  • Calories: 220
  • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Total Carbohydrates: 30g
    • Sugars: 18g
    • Fiber: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg
  • Sodium: 120mg
  • Potassium: 70mg
  • Vitamin A: 200 IU
  • Vitamin C: 0mg
  • Calcium: 40mg
  • Iron: 1.2mg