Simple Homemade French Toast Sticks
Delightful breakfast treat that combines classic French toast flavors into fun finger food.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Whisk
- Shallow Dish
- Skillet or Griddle
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 6 slices Bread (thick, like Texas toast or brioche) Cut into strips for easy dipping and cooking.
- 3 large Eggs Provides the custardy base for the sticks.
- 1 cup Milk Any type of milk (whole, almond, oat) can be used.
- 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar Adds sweetness to the custard mixture.
- 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Provides warm, spicy notes.
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter For cooking the French toast sticks.
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Flavoring Enhances the flavor of the custard mixture.
Instructions
- Gather all your ingredients and tools: mixing bowl, whisk, shallow dish for dipping, and a skillet or griddle for cooking.
- In a mixing bowl, crack the eggs and whisk until well combined.
- Add the milk to the egg mixture and whisk together until smooth.
- Incorporate the sugar and cinnamon into the mixture and whisk until fully combined.
- Add the vanilla flavoring to the custard mixture and stir gently to combine.
- Slice the bread into 1-inch wide strips for even soaking and cooking.
- Preheat your skillet or griddle over medium heat and add the butter to melt.
- Dip each bread strip into the custard mixture, ensuring both sides are coated without soaking too long.
- Place the coated bread strips onto the hot skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer the cooked sticks to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess butter.
- Continue the process with the remaining bread strips, adding more butter as needed.
- Serve warm, optionally sprinkling with powdered sugar for presentation.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in a toaster oven or skillet for best texture.