Description
Homemade French Toast Sticks are a delicious and easy breakfast treat featuring bread dipped in a sweet egg mixture, cooked to golden perfection, and coated with cinnamon sugar for a delightful crunch. Perfect for dipping in maple syrup or serving alongside fresh fruit and whipped cream, these French toast sticks are both kid-friendly and quick to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
Egg Mixture
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- ¼ cup milk
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 6 slices white bread, cut into thirds
Cooking
- Nonstick spray (or butter/oil)
Cinnamon Sugar Coating
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Prepare the Egg Mixture: In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, powdered sugar, milk, maple syrup, and ground cinnamon until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Cut the Bread: Slice each piece of white bread into thirds to create the sticks that will be dipped and cooked.
- Dip the Bread Sticks: Briefly dip each bread stick into the prepared egg mixture, ensuring they are coated evenly but not soaked through.
- Mix Cinnamon Sugar: In a shallow bowl, combine the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon to create the coating mixture.
- Heat the Skillet: Warm a nonstick skillet over medium heat and spray it with nonstick cooking spray to prepare for cooking.
- Cook the Sticks: Place the dipped bread sticks in the skillet and cook for 1 to 2 minutes on each side, or until they turn golden brown and slightly crisp.
- Coat with Cinnamon Sugar: While still warm, roll the cooked French toast sticks in the cinnamon sugar mixture to coat them thoroughly.
- Serve: Serve the French toast sticks immediately with maple syrup, whipped cream, or fresh fruit for a tasty breakfast or snack.
Notes
- For best results, use day-old or slightly stale bread to prevent sogginess when dipped.
- Adjust the cinnamon quantity in coating according to your taste preferences.
- Can be kept warm in a low oven while cooking remaining sticks.
- These sticks can also be crisped up in an air fryer for a few minutes if preferred.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in a toaster or oven for best texture.
