French Toast Muffins are combine everything you love about French toast with the convenience of a muffin.

Made with any type of bread, especially stale bread, they’re perfect for hectic weekday mornings or lazy weekend brunches.

Dip, drizzle, or dunk them with warm maple syrup for an easy, delicious start to your day.

Ingredients

6 large eggs
2 cups whole milk
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 1/2 tablespoons sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons vanilla extract
14 cups cubed bread (1/2-inch cubes)
Maple syrup or vanilla glaze, for serving

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a muffin tin with butter or cooking spray.

Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cinnamon, sugar, and vanilla extract.

Step 3: Add the cubed bread to the bowl. Fold until the bread absorbs all the liquid.

Step 4: Divide the bread mixture evenly among the muffin tin cups. Press lightly to compact the mixture.

Step 5: Bake for 25-30 minutes until the tops are crisp and cooked through. Let them cool for 5 minutes in the tin.

Step 6: Remove from the muffin tin and serve warm with maple syrup or vanilla glaze.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What kind of bread is best?

Slightly stale bread works best as it absorbs the liquid more easily, but any bread will do.

2. Can I prepare these muffins ahead of time?

Yes, you can prep them and refrigerate overnight. Bake them a little longer if they start cold.

3. How do I freeze these muffins?

Place cooled muffins on a baking sheet to freeze until solid. Transfer to a freezer-safe bag or container and store for up to 2 months.

4. How do I reheat frozen muffins?

Reheat in the oven or microwave until warmed through.

5. Can I make these muffins gluten-free?

Yes, simply use gluten-free bread instead of regular bread.