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Before diving into the preparation of these delicious muffins, it's essential to understand how each ingredient contributes to the overall flavor and texture of the dish.

Baked French Toast Muffins with Apples

Start your mornings with the delightful Baked French Toast Muffins with Apples, a perfect mix of comfort and simplicity. These muffins capture the classic French toast flavor in a convenient form, making breakfast a breeze. Packed with custardy goodness and the sweetness of fresh apples, they’re versatile enough to be enjoyed with maple syrup or on their own. Enjoy cozy brunches or quick breakfasts with this scrumptious recipe that everyone will love!
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Ingredients
  

6 slices of day-old French bread, cut into 1-inch cubes

2 medium-sized apples, peeled, cored, and diced

3 large eggs

1 cup whole milk

½ cup granulated sugar

1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg

¼ cup maple syrup (plus extra for serving)

¼ cup unsalted butter, melted

½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

A pinch of salt

Confectioners' sugar, for dusting (optional)

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a standard muffin tin by greasing it with non-stick cooking spray or lining it with muffin liners to ensure easy removal.

    Prepare the Muffin Batter: In a large mixing bowl, crack the eggs and add the whole milk, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, melted butter, and a pinch of salt. Whisk all the ingredients together until the mixture is smooth and well combined.

      Add Bread and Apples: Gently fold in the 1-inch bread cubes and diced apples into the egg mixture. Allow this mixture to sit for about 10-15 minutes to ensure that the bread thoroughly absorbs the liquid and softens.

        Distribute the Mixture: Using a spoon or scoop, evenly distribute the soaked mixture into the prepared muffin tin, filling each muffin cup about ¾ of the way full. Make sure each cup receives a good amount of both bread and apple for the best flavor.

          Optional Add-ins: If you're looking to add a delightful crunch, sprinkle the chopped walnuts or pecans on top of each muffin before baking.

            Bake: Place the filled muffin tin into the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes. You'll know they are done when the tops turn golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

              Cool and Serve: Once baked, remove the muffin tin from the oven and let the muffins cool in the tin for about 5 minutes. After cooling, carefully transfer them to a wire rack. For an added touch of sweetness, dust with confectioners' sugar if desired. Serve warm, drizzled generously with maple syrup.

                Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 15 minutes | 30 minutes | 12 servings

                  - Presentation Tips: For an appealing presentation, serve the muffins on a decorative platter with a small pitcher of maple syrup on the side for drizzling, along with a few slices of fresh apple for garnish.