Description
These French Toast Cups are a delightful twist on a classic breakfast, featuring fluffy bread cups filled with a rich custard blend of eggs and milk. Perfect for sharing, they deliver irresistible flavor and are simple to prepare, making them an ideal meal for any occasion.
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 shape.
- Whisk eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt together.
- Pour egg mixture over the bread cups, pressing down lightly to soak.
- Bake for 22–25 minutes until golden and puffed.
- Cool slightly, then serve warm with toppings.
Notes
Ensure eggs are at room temperature for the best custard texture.
To prevent sogginess, do not over-soak the bread.
You can prepare the bread cups and custard the night before.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
