Description
These French Toast Cups are a delightful breakfast treat featuring a warm custard filling. With simple ingredients like brioche, eggs, and a hint of cinnamon, they’re perfect for any morning gathering or a cozy family breakfast.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 slices brioche or challah bread
- 3 large eggs
- ¾ cup whole milk
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- Pinch of salt
- Butter or cooking spray for greasing
- Maple syrup, powdered sugar, or berries for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin.
- Cut bread into quarters and press into muffin cups to form a cup shape.
- Whisk eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until smooth.
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread cups.
- Gently press down to help the bread soak in the custard.
- Bake for 22 to 25 minutes until puffed and golden.
- Allow to cool slightly, then serve warm with toppings.
Notes
Avoid over-soaking the bread to prevent sogginess.
Use room temperature eggs and milk for better mixing.
Check the baking time as ovens can vary.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 90mg