Description
A quick and kid-friendly recipe for fluffy cinnamon French toast sticks that are crispy on the outside and soft inside, made with simple pantry staples.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 slices thick-cut white sandwich bread or brioche
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup (240 ml) whole milk or 2%
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- About 2 tablespoons unsalted butter for frying
Instructions
- In a large shallow bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cinnamon, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth and combined.
- Cut each bread slice into about 3 sticks lengthwise. Let fresh bread sit out for 10 minutes to dry slightly if needed.
- Dip each bread stick into the custard mixture, soaking for about 15-20 seconds per side without letting it get soggy.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and melt about 1 tablespoon butter. Add soaked bread sticks in a single layer without overcrowding.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy, adjusting heat as needed. Work in batches, adding more butter as necessary.
- Drain cooked sticks on paper towels or a cooling rack to keep them crisp.
- Serve warm with maple syrup, powdered sugar, or fresh fruit.
Notes
Use thick, sturdy bread like brioche or Texas toast for best results. Do not soak bread sticks too long to avoid sogginess. Cook on medium heat and drain on paper towels or cooling rack to keep crisp. Reheat leftovers in toaster oven or skillet, avoid microwave to prevent sogginess.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 3-4 French toa
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10
- Sodium: 280
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 38
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 10
Keywords: French toast sticks, cinnamon French toast, easy breakfast, kid-friendly breakfast, quick brunch, cinnamon sticks