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Easy Crispy French Toast Cups

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A quick and easy recipe for crispy French toast cups baked in a muffin tin, perfect for busy mornings or relaxed weekends. These cups have a crispy exterior with a soft, custardy center and can be customized with sweet or savory fillings.

Ingredients

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  • 8 slices thick-cut bread (brioche, challah, or sturdy white sandwich bread)
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup (240 ml) whole milk or 2% milk (or almond milk for dairy-free)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • Optional toppings: maple syrup, fresh berries, whipped cream, powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract, and sugar until smooth and frothy.
  3. Trim crusts off the bread slices if desired and gently flatten each slice with a rolling pin or hands to make pliable.
  4. Press one bread slice into each muffin cup, shaping it to fit snugly against the sides and bottom. Patch any tears with small pieces of bread.
  5. Spoon about 3 tablespoons of the custard mixture evenly into each bread cup, ensuring the bread is well-soaked but not overflowing. Brush the top edges lightly with melted butter.
  6. Bake for 18-20 minutes until golden brown with crisp edges and a custardy, set center. Tent with foil if tops brown too quickly.
  7. Let cool in the pan for 3-5 minutes before carefully removing. Serve warm with desired toppings.

Notes

Use day-old or slightly stale bread for better custard absorption. Avoid overfilling cups to prevent sogginess. Brushing edges with melted butter is key for crispiness. Tent with foil if edges brown too fast. Can be made gluten-free or dairy-free with substitutions.

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Keywords: French toast, breakfast, muffin tin, crispy, easy recipe, brunch, cinnamon, custard

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