Banana French Toast Muffins
These banana French toast muffins taste just like banana bread, but in soft, golden, perfectly portioned muffin form. They’re great for meal prep, freeze easily, and reheat beautifully for busy mornings. Enjoy them warm with maple syrup and/or powdered sugar for the perfect finishing touch.
Servings muffins
Ingredients
- 10 ounces brioche bread, cut into small cubes
- 1 cup half-and-half
- 2 large eggs
- 3 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- Dash of nutmeg
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- ⅓ cup chocolate chips
- ⅓ cup walnuts, chopped
- Maple syrup, for serving
- Powdered sugar, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a muffin tin with liners. If you don’t have liners, grease the muffin tin generously with melted unsalted butter.
- In a large bowl, mash the bananas until broken down but still slightly chunky — some banana pieces are fine.
- Add the half-and-half, eggs, brown sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg to the bowl and whisk until combined.
- Add the brioche cubes and gently toss until evenly coated in the custard.
- Fold in the chocolate chips and chopped walnuts.
- Divide the mixture evenly between the muffin liners, pressing down gently so the bread is compact.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until puffed and golden brown on top.
- Let cool slightly before removing from the pan, and enjoy warm with maple syrup and/or powdered sugar.
Notes
Q: Can these be frozen?
A: Yes. Let them cool completely, then store in an airtight container or a zip-top bag in the freezer for up to 2 months. Q: Are these good for meal prep?
A: Yes. They’re perfect for meal prep and reheat easily. Q: How do I reheat them?
A: From the fridge: Microwave for 20–30 seconds until warmed through. From frozen: Microwave for 45–60 seconds, flipping halfway. Oven method (best texture): Warm in a 325°F oven for 8–10 minutes if refrigerated, or 12–15 minutes if frozen.
A: Yes. Let them cool completely, then store in an airtight container or a zip-top bag in the freezer for up to 2 months. Q: Are these good for meal prep?
A: Yes. They’re perfect for meal prep and reheat easily. Q: How do I reheat them?
A: From the fridge: Microwave for 20–30 seconds until warmed through. From frozen: Microwave for 45–60 seconds, flipping halfway. Oven method (best texture): Warm in a 325°F oven for 8–10 minutes if refrigerated, or 12–15 minutes if frozen.
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