Cinnamon Sugar French Toast Muffins ✨

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Imagine all the warm, cozy flavor of classic French toast baked into a delightful, grab-and-go muffin. These Cinnamon Sugar French Toast Muffins are the ultimate breakfast or snack treat. They’re soft, fluffy, and coated in a buttery cinnamon-sugar crust that’s absolutely irresistible. Perfect for busy mornings, brunch gatherings, or satisfying your sweet tooth any time of day.

Ingredients You’ll Need

For the Muffins:

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 large eggs
  • ¾ cup milk
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup (optional, but recommended)

For the Cinnamon Sugar Topping:

  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

Easy Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Prep and Preheat: Start by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin well or line it with paper liners.
  2. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and one teaspoon of ground cinnamon. This ensures the leavening agents and spices are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  3. Whisk Wet Ingredients: In a separate medium bowl, whisk the eggs until frothy. Then, whisk in the milk, granulated sugar, melted butter, vanilla extract, and the optional maple syrup until the mixture is smooth and well-combined.
  4. Make the Batter: Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Using a spatula, gently fold the mixture together until just combined. Remember, a few lumps are okay; overmixing is the enemy of tender muffins.
  5. Bake: Divide the batter evenly among the 12 prepared muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
  6. Add the Topping: While the muffins are baking, prepare the topping. Mix the half-cup of sugar and one tablespoon of cinnamon in a small, shallow bowl. Place the quarter-cup of melted butter in another small bowl.
  7. Coat the Muffins: As soon as the muffins are done baking and are cool enough to handle (but still warm), carefully dip the top of each muffin first into the melted butter, then generously into the cinnamon-sugar mixture, rolling it to coat evenly.
  8. Cool and Serve: Place the coated muffins on a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy them warm for the ultimate melt-in-your-mouth experience!

FAQs About Cinnamon Sugar French Toast Muffins

Can I make these muffins ahead of time?
Yes! You can bake and coat the muffins a day in advance. Store them in an airtight container at room temperature. They are best enjoyed within 1-2 days.

Why is it important not to overmix the batter?
Overmixing develops the gluten in the flour, which leads to tough, dense, and chewy muffins instead of a soft and tender crumb. Mix until the ingredients are just combined.

Can I use a different type of milk?
Absolutely. You can successfully use any milk you have on hand, including whole milk, 2%, or even non-dairy alternatives like almond or oat milk.

My muffins didn’t rise very much. What happened?
This is usually caused by expired baking powder. Check the freshness of your leavening agent. Also, ensure your oven was fully preheated before baking.

Can I add other flavors?
Definitely! Feel free to add ½ cup of blueberries, chopped apples, or even a handful of chocolate chips to the batter for a fun variation.