Description
Cinnamon Roll Baked French Toast Cups are a delightful twist on breakfast that combines the warm, comforting flavors of cinnamon rolls with the fluffy texture of French toast. These individual cups are easy to make, perfect for brunch gatherings, and sure to impress friends and family. With a rich custard soaked into day-old bread, topped with a dusting of powdered sugar, they offer an indulgent experience that’s both simple and satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups day-old French bread, cubed
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk (or almond/oat milk)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a muffin tin.
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until frothy.
- Fold in the cubed bread until fully coated.
- Spoon the mixture into each muffin cup generously.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before removing from the tin; dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 baked cup (90g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in fresh berries or nuts. Croissants or brioche can be substituted for a richer taste. These cups can be prepared the night before; just refrigerate them overnight before baking.