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Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F) and thoroughly grease a 12-cup muffin tin.
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In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
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Add the cubed bread to the custard mixture and gently toss to coat all pieces. Allow to soak for 5 minutes so bread absorbs the liquid.
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Evenly distribute the soaked bread mixture among the prepared muffin cups.
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Drizzle melted butter over each muffin cup before baking.
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Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until tops are golden brown and centers are set.
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While muffins are baking, mix sugar and cinnamon together in a small bowl for the topping.
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Allow muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before removing.
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Brush the tops of the warm muffins with melted butter, then generously sprinkle with the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
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Serve warm either plain or with a light drizzle of maple syrup for extra sweetness.