Description
Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, these Air Fryer French Toast Sticks are a perfect handheld breakfast or snack option. Made quickly in the air fryer, they offer a healthier twist on the classic comfort food with less oil and a delightful cinnamon-sugar coating.
Ingredients
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French Toast Sticks
- 6 slices bread (preferably thick-cut white or brioche)
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- Cooking spray or 1 tablespoon melted butter
Instructions
- Prepare the Batter: In a shallow mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and granulated sugar until fully combined and smooth.
- Cut the Bread: Remove crusts from each bread slice if desired, then cut each slice into 3 evenly sized sticks, resulting in approximately 18 sticks total.
- Dip the Sticks: Dip each bread stick into the egg mixture, allowing it to soak for a few seconds on each side to absorb the batter well, but not so long that it falls apart.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 375 degrees Fahrenheit for about 3 to 5 minutes to ensure even cooking.
- Arrange and Spray: Place dipped French toast sticks in a single layer inside the air fryer basket. Lightly spray with cooking spray or brush with melted butter to promote browning and crispness.
- Air Fry the Sticks: Cook the sticks at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 8 to 10 minutes, flipping halfway through the cooking time to achieve golden brown, crispy edges and soft centers.
- Serve: Carefully remove French toast sticks from the air fryer. Serve warm with maple syrup, honey, or your favorite dipping sauces for an irresistible breakfast treat.
Notes
- Use thick-cut bread such as brioche or Texas toast for best texture and to prevent sogginess.
- If you prefer a sweeter coating, sprinkle additional cinnamon sugar on the sticks immediately after air frying.
- Cooking times may vary depending on the air fryer model; adjust slightly if needed to avoid burning.
- For a dairy-free option, substitute milk with almond or oat milk and use dairy-free butter or cooking spray.
- Serve with fresh fruit or yogurt to round out the meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 sticks
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
