Homemade French Toast Sticks
Feb 17, 2025
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My homemade French toast sticks are fun, easy, and delicious. This recipe is made with simple ingredients and can be made in about 30 minutes. Try making them for a tasty weekend breakfast or meal prep them for the week, this recipe is a must try!
When I was growing up french toast sticks were always a special treat. My dad would make a big batch that we would dunk in our favorite syrup.
Now I like making my own homemade french toast sticks for my kiddos. They are so easy to make from scratch and the best part, they can be frozen and reheated throughout the week.
I typically like serving these with a side of scrambled eggs, air fryer turkey bacon, and fruit and yogurt parfaits.
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Why you’ll love this recipe
- Fun, handheld breakfast. This is a great breakfast that is fun to dip in things like syrup, honey, or butter.
- Freezer friendly. You can make a double batch, freeze them, and reheat for a fast breakfast.
- Family friendly. This is a recipe that both kids and adults enjoy.
French toast sticks ingredients
These cinnamon French toast sticks can made with a few simple ingredients.
- Bread – You will want to use stale, thick sliced bread.
- Milk – Use whatever milk you have on hand.
- Sugar – This is used to make the coating of the french toast sticks.
- Eggs – Used for the dipping custard.
- Vanilla – Adds a warm, sweet flavor.
- Cinnamon – Ground cinnamon is used in the custard mixture and in the cinnamon-sugar coating.
- Butter – Unsalted butter is used to coat the pan or griddle to cook the french toast.
How to make French toast sticks
This is an overview on how to make this recipe. Skip to the bottom for the full, printable recipe.
Step one: Make the custard mixture by whisking milk, eggs, vanilla, cinnamon, and sugar. In a separate bowl, mix together the cinnamon and sugar for coating.
Step two: Preheat a skillet or griddle. Add a tablespoon of butter and melt. Dip one of the bread sticks in the custard mixture to completely coat. Place in the heated pan and cook for about 4 minutes on each side.
Step three: Carefully remove the cooked bread stick and dip in the cinnamon-sugar mixture to completely coat.
Step four: Serve French toast sticks warm.
Heather’s recipe tips
- Stale, thick bread works best. If possible, try and find an uncut loaf of bread so that you can cut thicker slices. Thick slices help them not to flop.
- Don’t soak the bread too long in the egg mixture so that it doesn’t become too soggy.
- Make sure to work in batches when cooking. You want the sticks to have a little space between them.
- Be sure not to let the pan get too hot. You want the French toast sticks to cook through and not burn on the outside.
How to store leftovers
Let the French toast sticks completely cool. Store them in an airtight bag or container in the refrigerator. They will last 1-2 days. Reheat on the stove or in the air fryer.
Frequently asked questions
There are several different types of bread that will work well. Look for thick and slightly stale bread for the best results. I like Texas toast, Challah, Brioche, Sourdough, and French bread.
Yes, you can make these ahead of time. I like to freeze them and reheat them in the oven, air fryer, or toaster.
It’s important to not let the bread soak too long in the custard mixture. Also, using stale or toasted bread will help prevent the bread from getting soggy.
More breakfast recipes
- Air fryer scrambled eggs
- Farmers casserole
- Chai tea latte
- Apple cider pancakes
- Pecan praline pancakes
French Toast Sticks
Ingredients
- 6 pieces thick, stale bread
- 1 cup milk
- 3 eggs
- ½ cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons butter
Coating
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat a large skillet or griddle over medium-low heat.
- Cut each piece of bread into 4 sticks.
- Place 1/2 cup sugar and 1 tablespoon of cinnamon in a bowl. Stir together to combine and set aside.
- Place eggs, milk, 1 tablespoon sugar, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and vanilla extract in a shallow bowl. Whisk together to combine.
- Add 1 tablespoon of butter to the warmed skillet or griddle to melt.
- Dip bread sticks in the milk mixture and place on skillet. Cook 3-4 minutes, flip and cook another 3-4 minutes or until golden brown.
- Carefully remove cooked bread sticks from skillet and immediately toss in sugar and cinnamon mixture.
- Repeat cooking the remaining bread sticks. Add butter to the skillet as needed.
- Serve them warm.
Notes
- Stale, thick bread works best. If possible, try and find an uncut loaf of bread so that you can cut thicker slices. Thick slices help them not to flop.
- Don’t soak the bread too long in the egg mixture so that it doesn’t become too soggy.
- Make sure to work in batches when cooking. You want the sticks to have a little space between them.
- Be sure not to let the pan get too hot. You want the French toast sticks to cook through and not burn on the outside.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
