Name: Simple French Toast in a Cup
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 10 min
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter; 0.25 cup milk; 1 egg, beaten; 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 0.25 teaspoon white sugar; 0.25 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 slices bread, cut into cubes

Cook Time: 5 minutes

Ingredients

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1 tablespoon butter
cup milk
1 egg, beaten
teaspoon ground cinnamon
teaspoon white sugar
teaspoon vanilla extract
2 slices bread, cut into cubes

Directions

Place butter in the bottom of a large microwave-safe mug. Microwave for about 30 seconds until melted. Tilt the mug to coat all sides with the melted butter.
In the same mug, stir together the melted butter, milk, beaten egg, cinnamon, sugar, and vanilla extract.
Press the bread cubes into the milk mixture, making sure they soak up the liquid.
Microwave on High for about 90 seconds or until the mixture is set and cooked through.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

Nutrient	Amount	% Daily Value*
Calories	345
Total Fat	19g	25%
Saturated Fat	10g	50%
Cholesterol	221mg	74%
Sodium	518mg	23%
Total Carbohydrate	30g	11%
Dietary Fiber	2g	5%
Total Sugars	7g
Protein	12g	25%
Vitamin C	0mg	0%
Calcium	183mg	14%
Iron	3mg	16%
Potassium	216mg	5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Comments

Brenda Perez

10/10/2025 01:10:55 PM

I'm on a diet, so I decided to make a few adjustments to the recipe. Instead of using butter, I opted for a couple of sprays of canola pan spray. I used skim milk, doubled up on the cinnamon and sugar but replaced sugar with Splenda. I added half a chopped banana to the mix, and used 100% whole wheat bread at 50 calories per slice. A final sprinkle of cinnamon and Splenda before microwaving gave it a delicious sweet crunch on top. This modified version totals around 250 calories, leaving room to also enjoy a juice or smoothie with it. You can get creative with different spices and mix-ins to suit your taste. I personally enjoyed the addition of fresh fruit, but nuts, chips, or dried fruits paired with other spice combinations would also be delightful. The best part is, you only need a cup and spoon to clean up when you're done!

Rachel Martinez

10/08/2025 10:15:33 PM

After reading the reviews warning about soggy bread, I decided to tweak the recipe by only adding a splash of milk to the egg mixture. I carefully monitored the amount of bread I incorporated to ensure the right consistency, as I cannot tolerate soggy bread. Using just one slice of cinnamon bread, cut into cubes, was sufficient for the dish, with an abundance of cubes left over. Prior to microwaving, I included some blueberries for an extra burst of flavor. The final result was absolutely scrumptious, especially when topped with a drizzle of syrup and additional fresh fruit. I thought a dusting of powdered sugar would complement it beautifully. The taste resembled that of French toast, prompting me to ponder whether this creation was, in fact, simply a variation of bread pudding.

Joshua Lopez

10/12/2025 03:29:10 AM

This dish is not exactly like French Toast, but it stands on its own as a tasty and convenient meal. I swapped white sugar for brown and gave it a quick stir at the 60-second mark. Unable to access my maple syrup, I sprinkled fresh blueberries on top, which turned out delicious! Next time, I'll mix them in before cooking. This recipe offers endless possibilities for variations, from sweet to savory. For a different twist, I skipped the cinnamon, sugar, and vanilla and added savory ingredients like garlic powder, basil, oregano, re-hydrated onions, and bacon bits or minced ham. I used 12-grain bread for that version, and I'm excited to experiment with more combinations in the future.

Melissa Jones

10/12/2025 02:37:55 AM

Super simple and delicious! Maybe it's a bit unconventional, but I enjoy having peanut butter and syrup with my French toast. I decided to mix them in a bowl along with two additional ingredients. The result was perfect!

Christine Green

10/09/2025 02:43:38 AM

The experience was decent overall, but unfortunately, part of the bread was too soggy, which was quite unpleasant. My suggestion would be to stick to making traditional French toast for a better result.