French toast sticks
French toast sticks are crispy, golden-brown strips of bread soaked in a cinnamon-vanilla custard, perfect for a fun and easy breakfast or snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices thick bread (such as brioche or Texas toast)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- Pinch of salt
- Butter or oil, for frying
- Maple syrup, for serving
Instructions
- Cut each slice of bread into 3 or 4 strips to form sticks.
- In a shallow bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, sugar, and salt.
- Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat and add a small amount of butter or oil.
- Dip each bread stick into the egg mixture, coating all sides well.
- Carefully place the coated sticks on the hot skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove from heat and serve warm with maple syrup for dipping.
Notes
For extra crispiness, sprinkle the sticks with powdered sugar or dip them in a cinnamon sugar mixture before serving.