Cinnamon French Toast Sticks (Printer-friendly)
Golden crisp sticks with cinnamon sugar coating
# What You'll Need:
→ Bread
01 - 8 slices thick white bread (Texas toast or brioche preferred)
→ Egg Mixture
02 - 3 large eggs
03 - 3/4 cup whole milk
04 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
05 - 2 tbsp granulated sugar
06 - 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
07 - Pinch of salt
→ Cinnamon Sugar Coating
08 - 1/3 cup granulated sugar
09 - 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
→ For Cooking
10 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter
# Directions:
01 - Cut each bread slice into 3 or 4 sticks, depending on thickness.
02 - In a shallow bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla extract, 2 tablespoons sugar, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
03 - In a separate bowl, mix 1/3 cup sugar with 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon. Set aside.
04 - Heat 1 tablespoon butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
05 - Dip the bread sticks quickly into the egg mixture, ensuring all sides are coated but not soaked.
06 - Place coated sticks in the skillet. Cook on all sides until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side. Work in batches, adding more butter as needed.
07 - Immediately toss hot French toast sticks in the cinnamon sugar mixture to coat.
08 - Serve warm with maple syrup for dipping.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Dipping sticks into warm maple syrup makes breakfast feel interactive and fun for everyone at the table
- The crispy exterior gives way to impossibly fluffy centers in every bite
02 -
- Working in batches keeps the skillet temperature steady and prevents overcrowding which leads to soggy sticks
- The cinnamon sugar only adheres properly when the sticks are fresh from the pan and still hot
03 -
- Use tongs to flip the sticks in the pan and to transfer them to the cinnamon sugar bowl without burning your fingers
- Shake off excess cinnamon sugar over the bowl before serving to avoid a messy table