Cinnamon Sugar French Toast Muffins

These cinnamon sugar French toast muffins deliver cozy breakfast comfort with barely any fuss and flavors that wrap you in nostalgia.

I first made this after a weekend sleepover and now it is my go-to breakfast surprise for guests. Watching everyone's faces light up when they bite into these just warms my heart every time.

Ingredients

• All purpose flour: gives the muffins their soft structure and base look for unbleached for a more tender crumb
• Baking powder: adds height and fluffiness to the muffins check the expiration date for best lift
• Baking soda: balances the acid in the batter and helps browning combine it with the milk for extra rise
• Salt: boosts all the sweet flavors use fine salt for even mixing
• Cinnamon: brings that classic French toast flavor choose Ceylon if you want a softer spice
• Granulated sugar: sweetens and helps with browning also used for that crispy topping
• Brown sugar: adds moisture and a rich molasses note dark brown sugar gives a deeper flavor
• Unsalted butter: melted butter keeps the crumb moist go for quality butter for a better taste
• Eggs: bind everything together and add richness use large eggs at room temperature
• Milk: thins the batter just enough to make it scoopable whole milk gives a richer taste
• Vanilla extract: adds warmth and a cozy aroma pure extract gives the best flavor
• Melted butter for brushing: helps the cinnamon sugar stick to the muffin tops brush while warm for best coverage
• Cinnamon sugar mix: the final sugary crunch that mimics French toast use superfine sugar for an even coat

Instructions

Preheat The Oven:

Set the oven to 350 degrees and prep your muffin tin with liners or a light coat of oil to prevent sticking

Mix The Dry Ingredients:

In a large mixing bowl combine flour baking powder baking soda salt and cinnamon whisking until evenly blended

Combine Wet Ingredients:

In a separate bowl stir the melted butter with the white and brown sugar until smooth then add in the eggs milk and vanilla mixing until fully incorporated

Bring The Batter Together:

Slowly pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients stirring gently with a spatula until no dry spots remain without overmixing

Bake The Muffins:

Divide the batter evenly into each muffin cup filling about three quarters full then bake for about twenty minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean

Mix The Topping:

While the muffins are baking stir cinnamon and sugar together in a small bowl and set aside

Top The Muffins:

Once the muffins are out and slightly cooled brush the tops with melted butter and immediately dip them into the cinnamon sugar coating evenly

Serve Warm:

Enjoy these warm with coffee or juice and watch them disappear fast

Cinnamon is my favorite here because it instantly reminds me of weekends at home with warm tea and cozy blankets my kids always asked for seconds when these were on the table

Professional Kitchen Secrets

Do not overmix or you risk dense muffins. Brush with butter while still warm for better sugar stick. Use fresh cinnamon for a brighter stronger flavor.

Storage Tips

Keep leftovers in an airtight container on the counter for up to three days. If you want to enjoy them later freeze the muffins without their topping and add the cinnamon sugar fresh after thawing and reheating for the best result. Reheat muffins quickly in the microwave for a warm just-baked effect.

Ingredient Substitutions

If you need dairy free muffins swap in almond or oat milk for the dairy and use melted vegan butter. Coconut sugar can stand in for brown sugar if you love deeper caramel notes. For a more nutritious twist sub in a bit of whole wheat flour for regular flour but expect the crumb to be a touch denser.

Serving Suggestions

For a brunch spread serve these alongside eggs and fresh fruit. Cut a warm muffin in half and slather it with whipped cream cheese for a decadent spin. These are always a crowd pleaser set out on a breakfast buffet next to coffee or orange juice.

Every batch of these muffins brings irresistible aroma and warmth to your kitchen. Enjoy them fresh or from the freezer for simple, delicious comfort any time.

Common Questions About Recipes

→ Can I make these muffins ahead?

Yes, bake them in advance and reheat before serving. Add the cinnamon sugar topping after warming for best texture.

→ What substitutions work for whole wheat flour?

You can use whole wheat flour, but the muffins will be denser than with all-purpose flour.

→ How do I make them dairy-free?

Replace milk with almond or oat milk and use plant-based butter alternatives for both batter and finishing.

→ Are these muffins freezer-friendly?

Yes, freeze without the topping, then rewarm and coat with cinnamon sugar when serving.

→ What add-ins taste great here?

Try chocolate chips, raisins, or chopped nuts for extra flavor and texture in your muffins.