Description
Indulgent French Toast Sticks made from thick bread coated in a rich cinnamon-vanilla egg batter, pan-fried to golden perfection. These crispy, soft sticks are perfect for dipping in maple syrup and topped with whipped cream, fresh fruits, and a dusting of powdered sugar for a delightful breakfast or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Bread
- 6 slices Thick Bread (at least 1-inch thick)
Batter
- 1/2 cup Milk (dairy or almond/oat milk for dairy-free)
- 2 tablespoons Flour (all-purpose or gluten-free)
- 2 large Eggs (or flaxseed meal mixed with water or silken tofu for vegan alternative)
- 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar (or coconut sugar)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract (pure extract recommended)
- 1/2 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon Kosher Salt
Toppings
- Maple Syrup for dipping
- Whipped Cream
- Fresh Fruits (strawberries, blueberries, or bananas)
- Powdered Sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Prepare Bread Strips: Slice 6 pieces of thick bread into 1-inch wide strips and set aside to use for dipping in the batter.
- Make the Batter: In a blender, combine 1/2 cup milk, 2 tablespoons flour, 2 large eggs, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt. Blend until completely smooth to create the cinnamon-vanilla batter.
- Preheat Cooking Surface: Heat a griddle to 350°F or place a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat, adding a pat of butter and allowing it to melt fully before cooking.
- Dip Bread Strips: Dip each bread strip into the prepared batter, making sure they are evenly coated. Let any excess batter drip off before transferring to the cooking surface.
- Cook French Toast Sticks: Lay the coated bread strips onto the preheated griddle or skillet. Cook for approximately 2 minutes on each side until the sticks are golden brown and crispy on the outside.
- Serve Warm: Serve the French toast sticks immediately while warm. Accompany with maple syrup, dollops of whipped cream, fresh fruits, and a dusting of powdered sugar for extra indulgence.
Notes
- Use bread that is at least 1-inch thick to ensure the sticks hold their shape and soak up the batter properly.
- For a dairy-free alternative, replace milk with almond or oat milk and opt for dairy-free whipped cream.
- For a vegan version, substitute eggs with flaxseed meal mixed with water or silken tofu and use plant-based milk.
- Adjust cinnamon quantity to taste for a stronger spice flavor.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the best texture—crispy on the outside and soft inside.
- Leftovers can be reheated in a toaster oven for best results rather than microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: French Toast Sticks, Cinnamon French Toast, Breakfast Sticks, Easy French Toast, Sweet Breakfast, Kid-friendly Breakfast
