These Cinnamon French Toast Cups are light, delicious, and filled with the classic flavors of vanilla and cinnamon!
Remember how I told you last week that I wasn’t a big fan of cinnamon rolls growing up? Well, it gets better.
I also didn’t care for French toast much, either. And I promise I’m not a picky eater, guys! French toast was just always ok, nothing special. I would eat it if I had to, but I never willingly asked my parents’ to make French toast and I never, ever ordered it at a restaurant. Pancakes were always more my style, ya know?
Now that I’m older, my feelings on this breakfast food still haven’t changed much. Every once in a while (I’m talking like maybe once every few years) I get a craving for it and will order it at a restaurant. But other than that, it’s a food that just doesn’t knock my socks off.
Until now. You knew that was coming, right? A few weeks ago, I had this idea in my head that I needed some French toast, and I needed it fast. I didn’t want to go out to eat and I didn’t want the frozen kind, it had to be home-made. Ever get like that?
So, I did some thinking. If you’ve been following along for a while, you may remember my Baked Pancake Bites that I shared last spring. These cuties were delicious, easy to make, and the perfect grab ‘n go breakfast.
So, I decided to use that same concept and create these Cinnamon French Toast Cups. These mini cups are baked in a muffin tin and are full of French toast flavor. Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, you’ll love grabbing these bites for an easy breakfast or a quick snack as you head out the door.
These Cinnamon French Toast Cups are adorable, delicious, and filled with the classic flavors of vanilla and cinnamon. After all, everything is better with cinnamon, right?
And guys, these are so easy to make! I used my regular French toast recipe, but just cubed the bread instead. It’s important to let the bread mixture sit in the refrigerator for several hours so that the egg mixture soaks up and the flavors become intense. If you can stand the wait, refrigerate these overnight and then just pop in the oven in the morning for a quick breakfast!
Once these Cinnamon French Toast Cups are done, let them cool in the pan for several minutes before taking them out of the tin. Garnish with some syrup, peanut butter, cookie butter, jam, you name it and get ready to devour! These cups are fun breakfast for those kiddos or a quick treat and grab on your way out the door. And because these cups taste just like the “grown-up” version of French toast, this will become your new favorite way to make it!
Looking for more french toast recipes? I’ve got you covered!
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Cinnamon French Toast Cups
Ingredients
- 1 loaf ]french bread cut into cubes
- 1 cup milk any kind
- 1¼ cups heavy cream
- 6 eggs
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons vanilla bean paste or vanilla extract
- 1½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
Instructions
- Grease a 12 cup muffin tin lightly with cooking spray.
- Add bread cups to each tin, filling to top (bread will shrink down once wet ingredients are added). Set aside.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together milk, heavy cream, eggs, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Pour egg mixture over each tin. Lightly press down with a spoon to ensure that each piece of bread is saturated, if necessary.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight.
- When ready to bake, preheat oven to 375°F. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until tops are golden brown and middle is soft (but not gooey).
- Let cool in pan for 10 minutes and then remove. Serve with maple syrup, if desired.
Agness says
Yummy! Yummy! This french toast looks absolutely amazing and I’m going to use this recipe this weekend, thanks! :*
Gayle says
It’s my favorite way to eat French toast! Thanks for the kind words and for stopping by, Agness! I hope you love it if you try it!
Annie @ ciaochowbambina says
Okay! I cannot even handle this one!! Looks scrumptious, Gayle!! Simply amazing!!
Gayle says
Thank you, Annie!
Mir says
I always liked pancakes better too, Gayle. But every now and then, that French toast fix needs to happen!
I love this idea. It’s so quick, and portion controlled, too!
Gayle says
Thanks, Mir! I love that these babies are portion-controlled, too. Makes it an easy breakfast!
Christin@SpicySouthernKitchen says
Cookie butter on French toast sounds amazing! I’ve never tried that. Love these cute little French toast cups and I know my kids would too!
Gayle says
Cookie butter is my favorite, Christin! And these cups are definitely kid-approved. Thanks!
Kelly - Life Made Sweeter says
These are so adorable, Gayle! I love that you made french toasts into mini cups, such a fun and creative idea! They would be perfect for breakfast on the go too! I wish I had a few of these for breakfast right now, they look amazing!
Gayle says
Thanks, Kelly! These are so perfect for busy weekday mornings…just pop ’em into the microwave and go! 🙂
Kathy @ Beyond the Chicken Coop says
These are making me hungry right now! The individual servings are a great idea too.
Gayle says
Thanks, Kathy! These cups make for an easy and delicious breakfast!
Ashley | Spoonful of Flavor says
I want to eat a few of these for breakfast! I love that they are individual servings sizes too because then I don’t have to share!
Gayle says
These are definitely perfect for NOT sharing! 🙂 Thanks, Ashley!
Sarah@Whole and Heavenly Oven says
Would you believe that I’ve never made french toast “muffins” before?! I seriously don’t know why because these look easy of the easy! And pretty addicting too. 🙂 I think I’d have to chow down on at least 3 of these gorgeous ‘thangs! 🙂
Gayle says
These are so addicting, Sarah! I’m embarrassed to admit how many of these I ate in one sitting! 🙂
Mira says
Love these cinnamon toast cups Gayle! So easy, creative and delicious!Pinned!
Gayle says
Thanks for the french toast love and pin, Mira!
Tori@Gringalicious.com says
These would be perfect for breakfast on the go! I am french toast’s biggest fan so I’m all over this!
Gayle says
Thanks, Tori! These are the perfect size to get your french toast fix!
Jen @ Baked by an Introvert says
I really like these, Gayle! I am a huge fan of french toast. More so than pancakes. I love that you made these into little grab and go cups. Perfect for on the go! Pinned!
Gayle says
Thanks, Jen! This is such a quick and easy breakfast to whip up!
Sarah | Broma Bakery says
Love that you can refrigerate these babies overnight and pop em in the oven for an easy breakfast! Making fun weekend breakfasts is a favorite of mine, so I am definitely adding these cups to my list!
Gayle says
I love that you can just bake these in the morning, too! Makes breakfast an easy dish on busy days! Thanks, Sarah!
Alice @ Hip Foodie Mom says
Gayle! oh my goodness!!! this is brilliant!!! Cinnamon French in muffin form!!! I love these!!!
Gayle says
Thank you, Alice!
Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust says
French toast muffins are the BEST. So much easier to eat too. Love these!
Gayle says
I agree, Dorothy! So much fun to dip into syrup! Thanks!
Kelly @ The Pretty Bee: Cooking + Creating says
These are so cute! What a great little breakfast treat!
Gayle says
Thanks, Kelly!
Kristine @ Kristine's Kitchen says
I can’t wait to try these french toast cups, Gayle! Such a fun idea, and I think my kids would really enjoy them. And me too, of course! 😉
Gayle says
I think your kids (and you) would love these french toast cups, Kristine! Thank you!
Manali @ CookWithManali says
This is such a fun way to eat french toasts Gayle! I prefer pancakes over french toast too but these cups might just change that, looks delicious!
Gayle says
Thanks, Manali! These french toast cups definitely hit the spot!
Dannii @ Hungry Healthy Happy says
I only tried French toast for the first time a couple of years ago and now I am hooked. These look so cute as well. perfect for Sunday brunch I think.
Gayle says
You would love these cups, Dannii! They’re so easy to make and full of french toast flavor!
Linda @ Veganosity says
Seriously? Now I’m going to have to make these because I’m totally drooling. I happen to like French toast, but these are on a whole other level. Genius!
Gayle says
Thanks, Linda! These are so much fun to make! I hope you love them if you try them!
marcie says
These look so much more fun to eat than regular French toast, and it’s so nice that they’re portable, too! I normally go for waffles or pancakes, but these delicious looking cups are going to make me change my tune! 🙂
Gayle says
Thanks, Marcie! I agree, these are fun to eat and taste delicious, too!
Michelle says
Can you refrigerate these and heat throughout the week?
Gayle says
Hi Michelle! Yes, you can definitely refrigerate and reheat these french toast cups. The longest these have lasted in my fridge was four days, so I’m not sure how good they will be after that point. I hope you enjoy these if you try them!
Thalia @ butter and brioche says
I seriously have no words for how delicious these cinnamon french toast cups look. Just WOW Gayle!!
Gayle says
Thanks, Thalia! 🙂
Alexandra (Figs & Feta) says
What a great idea! I will totally make these!
Gayle says
I hope you love these if you try them, Alexandra! Thanks so much for stopping by!
Renee@Two in the Kitchen says
I’m lovin these french toast cups Gayle! I was just like you when I was younger. I hated french toast and loved pancakes. Now I pretty much love everything!! 🙂
Gayle says
Isn’t it funny how our tastes change over the years? Thanks for the kind words, Renee!
Danielle says
You totally have me craving french toast after seeing these, Gayle! How cute are these?! I love anything in mini form, it’s always better. These look delicious too!
Gayle says
Thanks so much, Danielle! I totally agree, mini foods always taste better!
Sarah @ The Gold Lining Girl says
Well, I don’t even think I have to tell you how much I love these, do I? Haha! You know I’m obsessed with French Toast. These are *fabulous*!
Gayle says
Thanks, friend! I’m kind of obsessed with these now too!
Mary Frances says
I’ve never liked French toast either … but it must be because I haven’t had these! That syrup has my heart stolen Gayle, love it!
Gayle says
Thanks, Mary Frances!
Medha @ Whisk & Shout says
Yum! These cups are too cute. I didn’t like french toast either, don’t worry 🙂
Gayle says
Thank you, Medha!
Stacey @ Bake.Eat.Repeat. says
French toast is one of my favourite breakfasts of all time, but I haven’t tried too many variations from plain old french toast! These little muffin cup ones look so cute, and so quick if you make it the night before. Love that!
Gayle says
Thanks, Stacey! I love that these are so easy to prep the night before, too!
Alyssa @ My Sequined Life says
Gayle these are great!! I’m a french toast fan but my boyfriend isn’t wild about it. That’s okay…because I’ll probably be devouring the whole batch anyway! 🙂
Gayle says
Haha these are way too easy to devour, Alyssa! Thanks!
Ami@NaiveCookCooks says
Gayle, these look so so delicious!!
Gayle says
Thanks, Ami!
Mariah @ Mariah's Pleasing Plates says
Yummy!!!! Breakfast is my favorite meal of the day! I want to whip some of these up this weekend! Pinning!
Gayle says
Breakfast is my favorite meal, too! Thanks for the pin, Mariah!
Laura says
I must be opposite on you with the pancakes/french toast dilemma. Would much more likely order the French toast! These little cups are adorable, I guess the gardener in my wants to call them French Toast Blossoms because they kind of look like a sweet little flower. Cinnamon is breakfast foods is really important to people like me with blood sugar issues because it helps regulate our blood sugar and allows us to have a delicious breakfast like this from time to time. Thanks for sharing!
Gayle says
I love the name French toast blosooms, Laura! So creative! Thanks so much for the kind words, friend!
Ceara @ Ceara's Kitchen says
These french toast cups are absolutely adorable, Gayle!! I love breakfasts like this that you can just stick in the oven and forget until its ready 🙂 I am totally a 50/50 french toast and pancakes person and now that I think about it, it’s been so long since I’ve had really good french toast like this one you’ve shared here! It looks delicious 🙂 Have a great end of week!! Pinning of course 😀
Gayle says
Thanks, Ceara! I love easy meals like this, too. I haven’t had french toast in the longest time either, and now I’ve made these little cups three times this month! 🙂 Thanks for the kind words and pin, friend!
Meg @ The Housewife in Training Files says
Oh my word. These are calling my name!!
Gayle says
Thanks, Meg!
Cailee says
Oh my word!! Doesn’t this just look amazing!! I was never a huge french toast person… or waffle/ pancake/ really sweet breakfast person, but every now and then I get a craving and whip up some g.free french toast!! I’m sure this would totally hit the spot!! 🙂 Great recipe girl!!
Gayle says
I think you would love these, Cailee! Definitely hits the spot!
Helen @ Scrummy Lane says
Hello, Gayle! French toast isn’t a big thing in the UK but I tried it a few years ago when an American friend made it for me and immediately got hooked. What a wonderful idea to make these cute little cups!
Gayle says
Thanks, Helen! I love the taste of these mini cups and they’re so easy to make, too!
Leah | So, How's It Taste? says
I love French Toast! It’s almost always what I order when I go out for breakfast. I love these cup versions! I bet they’d freeze easy and be so portable!
Gayle says
Thanks, Leah! That’s a great idea to freeze these, I’ll have to try that!
Kelley @ Chef Savvy says
This looks amazing! I’m the same way too I have to be in the mood for french toast and it dosent happen very often but when it does I need it asap! Your french toast cups look so cute and amazing.
Gayle says
Thanks, Kelley! This french toast turned out great and definitely hits the spot!
Savita @ ChefDeHome says
Gayle!! What a yummy idea! I’m drooling looking at these sweet petite french toasts!! pinning!
Gayle says
Thanks, Savita!
Megan - The Emotional Baker says
I could totally devour french toast, but I guess I would never really order it either if given another option. I would, however, indulge on these sweet cups 🙂
Gayle says
Thanks, Megan!
Ashley says
I was never a big french toast person growing up … but now I definitely enjoy it! These cups are adorable – I love it!
Gayle says
Thanks, Ashley! I definitely found my love for french toast a little later in life!
Kathy @ Olives & Garlic says
Yummy yummy get in my tummy. I bet these are incredible.
Gayle says
Thanks, Kathy! They were definitely a hit with my husband and I!
Denise | Sweet Peas & Saffron says
Agh I LOVE these, Gayle! They are so cute, and look so delicious with all of that syrup drizzled on top.
Gayle says
Thanks so much, Denise! Lots of syrup was a definite necessity for me! 🙂
Allie | Baking a Moment says
I can’t think of a nicer breakfast! These are adorable and I love the individual cups. 😀
Gayle says
Thanks so much, Allie!
Lindsay @ Life, Love and Sugar says
What a fun way to eat french toast! Pinned!
Gayle says
Thanks, Lindsay!
Jess @ Flying on Jess Fuel says
I love French toast but I definitely don’t make it often enough!! These little cups are so cute! They’d be perfect for a brunch gathering with lots of mouths to feed!
Gayle says
Thanks, Jess! These would be so perfect for brunch! Easy to make and so cute for company!
Rachel @ Bakerita says
Oh yes please!! These look like such a delicious, easy breakfast treat. Love that they’re in cute little individual servings 🙂
Gayle says
Thanks, Rachel!
Natalie @ Tastes Lovely says
Can’t believe you weren’t a huge fan of french toast either when you were little! What a healthy little girl. I was obsessed with french toast. I requested it every year on my birthday. I am loving these little mini french toast cups! So cute!
Gayle says
Haha I was crazy, right?! 🙂 Thanks for the kind words, Natalie!
June Burns says
What a great idea! Those look delicious, just like French toast out of the pan 🙂
Gayle says
Thanks so much, June! They’re so easy and fun to make!