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These French Breakfast Puffs are light, fluffy, and coated in a sweet cinnamon-sugar mixture, making them the perfect treat for breakfast or brunch. Here’s how to make them:
French Breakfast Puffs
Ingredients
- For the muffins:
- 1/3 cup (75g) shortening or unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 1/2 cups (190g) all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup (120ml) whole milk
- For the coating:
- 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a muffin tin or line it with paper liners.
- Make the muffin batter:
- In a large bowl, cream together the shortening (or butter) and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and nutmeg.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk, and mix until just combined.
- Bake the muffins:
- Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Prepare the coating:
- In a small bowl, mix the sugar and cinnamon.
- Place the melted butter in another bowl.
- Coat the muffins:
- While the muffins are still warm, dip the tops into the melted butter, then roll them in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
- Serve:
- Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
Tips
- Storage: Store the muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Reheat before serving.
- Add-ins: Fold in 1/2 cup of fresh blueberries or chopped nuts for extra flavor.
- Make ahead: Prepare the batter the night before, cover, and refrigerate. Bake fresh in the morning.
These French Breakfast Puffs are a sweet, fluffy, and irresistible treat that’s perfect for starting your day. Enjoy! 🧁✨
