Description
Cinnamon sugar French toast muffins blend breakfast comfort with sweet indulgence, creating a delightful morning treat. Warm spices and caramelized edges promise a memorable start to your day, inviting you to savor each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
Sweeteners and Spices:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar (for coating)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon (for coating)
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
Leavening and Seasoning:
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Optional Toppings and Garnishes:
- whipped cream
- powdered sugar
- fresh berries
- maple syrup
- chopped nuts
Instructions
- Carefully prepare the dry ingredients by whisking flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon in a medium mixing bowl until thoroughly combined and free of lumps.
- In a separate large bowl, create a smooth wet mixture by thoroughly blending melted butter, milk, eggs, nutmeg, and vanilla extract until the consistency is uniform and glossy.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring minimally to prevent overmixing. Mix just until the ingredients are incorporated, maintaining a light and airy texture.
- Distribute the batter evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup approximately two-thirds full to allow room for rising during baking.
- Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, monitoring closely. The muffins are ready when a toothpick inserted into the center emerges clean and the tops are golden brown.
- Allow the muffins to rest in the tin for 5 minutes, which helps them set and prevents breaking when removing.
- Carefully transfer the muffins to a wire cooling rack, letting them cool completely to enhance their structural integrity.
- Prepare the cinnamon sugar coating by mixing sugar and ground cinnamon in a shallow dish, creating a fragrant and sweet topping.
- While the muffins are still warm, delicately dip the tops into the cinnamon sugar mixture, ensuring an even and generous coating.
- Return the coated muffins to the oven for an additional 2-3 minutes to crisp the tops and caramelize the sugar, watching attentively to prevent burning.
Notes
- Prepare all ingredients at room temperature for smooth mixing and consistent texture.
- Use fresh, high-quality ground cinnamon to enhance the muffins’ aromatic flavor profile.
- Fill muffin cups only two-thirds full to allow proper rising and prevent overflow during baking.
- Check muffins early with a toothpick test to avoid dry or overbaked results.
- Coat muffin tops with cinnamon sugar while still warm for maximum flavor absorption and better coating adherence.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days to maintain freshness and soft texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 39 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg