Apple Pecan French Toast Cups
Apple Pecan French Toast Cups are a deliciously satisfying breakfast option that combines the sweetness of cinnamon-spiced apples with crunchy pecans and fluffy challah bread. These individual servings are perfect for busy mornings or leisurely brunches, as they can be made ahead of time and baked fresh to enjoy. Each bite is packed with flavor, making them a delightful treat that will have everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 12 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups cubed challah bread
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 medium Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples, diced
- ½ cup chopped pecans
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin.
- In a large bowl, combine cubed challah and chopped pecans.
- In another bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, maple syrup, cinnamon, and vanilla. Pour over the bread mixture.
- Gently fold in diced apples until evenly distributed.
- Spoon the mixture into muffin cups and press slightly to hold together.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown. Let cool slightly before removing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 120mg