Cinnamon Sugar French Toast Muffins (Print Version)

Warm muffins with cinnamon sugar and buttery softness bring French toast flavors in every bite.

# Ingredients:

→ Batter

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
03 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
04 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
05 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
06 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 1 cup whole milk
09 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Coating

10 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
11 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
12 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

# Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a standard 12-cup muffin pan thoroughly with softened butter or nonstick spray.
02 - In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and 1/2 cup granulated sugar until evenly blended.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk the melted butter, eggs, whole milk, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and homogeneous.
04 - Gradually fold the wet ingredients into the dry mixture, stirring gently just until combined. Do not overmix; stop when no dry streaks remain.
05 - Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each well approximately two-thirds full.
06 - Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until muffin tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center emerges clean.
07 - Remove pan from oven and allow muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before unmolding.
08 - Mix together 1/4 cup granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon in a small bowl until fully blended.
09 - Brush muffin tops with 2 tablespoons melted butter, then immediately dip each muffin into the cinnamon-sugar mixture to achieve an even coating.
10 - Enjoy the muffins warm for best flavor and texture.

# Notes:

01 - For enhanced flavor, use high-quality ground cinnamon and ensure muffins are coated while still warm but not hot.