Apple Pecan French Toast Muffins

Dairy Free
Popular
Health score
7%
Apple Pecan French Toast Muffins
30 min.
8
339kcal

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Start your morning off right with these delightful Apple Pecan French Toast Muffins! Perfectly suited for brunch gatherings or a cozy breakfast at home, these muffins combine the warm, comforting flavors of cinnamon raisin bread with the rich sweetness of apple butter and the crunch of Georgia pecans. Not only are they a crowd-pleaser, but they are also dairy-free, making them a fantastic option for those with dietary restrictions.

In just 30 minutes, you can whip up a batch of these scrumptious muffins that are sure to impress your family and friends. The combination of soft, moist bread and the nutty pecans creates a delightful texture, while the apple butter adds a luscious sweetness that will have everyone coming back for seconds. With only 339 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt!

Whether you enjoy them warm out of the oven or at room temperature, these muffins are versatile enough to be served with a drizzle of maple syrup or simply dusted with powdered sugar. So gather your ingredients and get ready to treat yourself to a delicious morning meal that’s as easy to make as it is enjoyable to eat!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons spiced apple butter prepared
  • 0.3 cup brown sugar 
  • 14 ounces cinnamon raisin bread gluten-free for dairy-free and even options (see my notes in the article above )
  • cup non-dairy milk alternative (rice, soy, almond, hemp, flax, coconut beverage … your choice!)
  • large eggs (see my notes above on egg-free options)
  • cup georgia pecans chopped
  • servings powdered sugar 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • aluminum foil
  • muffin liners

Directions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F and line eight muffin cups with foil cupcake liners.In a large bowl, beat eggs, milk and salt until blended.Tear the bread into small bite-size pieces, and toss it into the bowl, stirring well to evenly moisten all of the pieces.
  2. Sprinkle brown sugar and pecans over the bread and toss again lightly to distribute.Spoon some of bread mixture into bottom of each lined muffin cup, filling each cup about 1/3 full. Spoon 1/2 tablespoon of the apple butter on top of each. Spoon another portion of bread mixture on top to fill each muffin cup about 3/4 full. Spoon the remaining 1/2 tablespoon apple butter on top of each and finish with remaining bread mixture, mounding it to generously fill each cup. Lightly press down on mixture in each muffin cup to pack firmly.
  3. Bake the muffins for 20 minutes or until firm, golden brown and slightly springy in the center.
  4. Sprinkle the tops with powdered sugar and serve warm or at room temperature with maple syrup, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories339kcal
Protein8.67%
Fat33.27%
Carbs58.06%

Properties

Glycemic Index
14.3
Glycemic Load
17.26
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
11.378260752429%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.33mg
Delphinidin
0.9mg
Catechin
0.9mg
Epigallocatechin
0.7mg
Epicatechin
0.1mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.28mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:339.25kcal
16.96%
Fat:12.92g
19.88%
Saturated Fat:1.76g
11.01%
Carbohydrates:50.73g
16.91%
Net Carbohydrates:47.03g
17.1%
Sugar:24.6g
27.33%
Cholesterol:46.5mg
15.5%
Sodium:281.96mg
12.26%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:7.57g
15.14%
Manganese:0.87mg
43.37%
Selenium:15.11µg
21.58%
Vitamin B2:0.33mg
19.65%
Vitamin B1:0.27mg
18.31%
Folate:70.86µg
17.72%
Copper:0.31mg
15.47%
Fiber:3.69g
14.78%
Vitamin B3:2.87mg
14.33%
Iron:2.22mg
12.34%
Phosphorus:114.74mg
11.47%
Calcium:97.92mg
9.79%
Vitamin B6:0.16mg
7.97%
Vitamin E:1.2mg
7.97%
Zinc:1.16mg
7.75%
Magnesium:30.67mg
7.67%
Vitamin B12:0.43µg
7.16%
Potassium:246.99mg
7.06%
Vitamin B5:0.51mg
5.08%
Vitamin D:0.6µg
4.03%
Vitamin A:194.1IU
3.88%
Vitamin C:2.41mg
2.92%
Vitamin K:1.47µg
1.4%