Berry French Toast Muffins
Get ready for a game-changer that combines two breakfast favorites into one portable, delicious package: our incredible Berry French Toast Muffins!
Imagine all the comforting flavors of classic French toast – the custardy richness, a hint of cinnamon, and golden-brown edges – but baked into a convenient muffin form. And we’ve taken it up a notch by swirling in juicy, fresh berries for bursts of tart sweetness in every single bite. These muffins are unbelievably moist, perfectly tender, and absolutely bursting with flavor.
They’re ideal for a grab-and-go breakfast, a delightful addition to your brunch spread, or even a sweet snack. Plus, they make ahead beautifully, so you can enjoy a stress-free morning!
Ready to transform your breakfast routine? Let’s get baking!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Bread
Ingredients
- 1 cup whole milk
- 4 eggs
- 3 Tbsp sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla
- 1/2 tsp almond extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 9 slices day-old Texas toast*, cut into 3/4 inch cubes
- 1 cup mixed fresh berries, such as raspberries, quartered strawberries, and/or blueberries
- 1/2 of an 8-oz. package cream cheese, cut into small cubes
- 1/3 cup slivered almonds (optional)
- maple syrup
Instructions
- Prepare Muffin Tin: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease twelve 2 1/2-inch nonstick muffin cups.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the first six ingredients (from your recipe). Add the bread cubes, berries, and cream cheese cubes, then toss gently to coat everything evenly.
- Fill Muffin Cups: Divide the mixture evenly among the prepared muffin cups. They will be very full and mounded.
- Add Topping (Optional): If using, sprinkle slivered almonds over the top of each muffin.
- Bake: Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until the muffins are puffed and golden. A thermometer inserted into the center of a muffin should read 165°F (74°C).
- Serve: Serve the muffins warm with your favorite syrup.
Notes
* Because the bread cubes in these muffins need to be dry to soak up the milk mixture, it is recommended using day old bread. Or you can bake bread cubes in a single layer on a large sheet pan 10 minutes at 200F to dry them out quickly.
Keywords: Bread, Muffins, Breakfast, Main Dish, Berries, French Toast