Name: French Toast Sticks
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 Servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 6 thickly cut slices of bread; 3 eggs; 1 cup milk; 1 tsp ground cinnamon; 0.25 tsp ground nutmeg; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 1 pinch salt; cooking spray; 0.5 cup sugar; 1 tbsp cinnamon

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French Toast Sticks

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Instructions

Prepare the bread by cutting off all of the crust and then cutting each slice into square(ish) sticks. See video and photos for reference.

In a shallow bowl or pie dish, whisk together the eggs and milk. Add in the cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla, and salt and whisk to combine.

In a small bowl big enough for a stick of the bread to fit in, mix together the sugar and cinnamon. Set aside.

Heat a large skillet over medium heat, once hot, spray with cooking spray.

Working in batches, dip the bread in the milk mixture. I dip it in quickly (you don’t want it to soak up too much of the liquid), turn it over, and give it another quick dip. Place in the hot pan.

Cook the french toast for 2 minutes per side, flipping ¼ every couple of minutes, for a total of about 8 minutes. Remove to a plate.

Spray each stick lightly with cooking spray and then toss in the cinnamon sugar mixture to coat.

Serve immediately with maple syrup and ENJOY

Notes

Storing leftovers. Store any leftover sticks in an airtight container or bag for up to 3 days.

Reheating. For best results reheat these in the toaster, air fryer, oven or toaster oven. If you reheat them in the microwave, they’ll still be tasty but not very crispy.

Freezing. Freeze the cooked French toast sticks in a single layer on a baking pan. Once they are frozen firm you can slide them into a zip top freezer bag to store for up to 2 months in the freezer. You can then reheat from frozen.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Day-Old Bread is Essential 🍞
Use bread that's 1-2 days old, as fresh bread absorbs too much egg mixture and becomes soggy instead of achieving that crispy-tender texture.
Soak Strategically for Optimal Texture 🥄
Dip each bread stick for exactly 2-3 seconds per side in the egg mixture—just enough to coat without oversaturation, ensuring a custardy center and crispy exterior.
Cinnamon Sugar Coating Technique ✨
Mix your cinnamon sugar on a shallow plate and roll the egg-coated bread immediately while still wet, pressing gently so the coating adheres evenly and creates a caramelized crust.
Medium Heat Prevents Burning 🔥
Cook at medium (not medium-high) heat for 2-3 minutes per side to allow the inside to cook through while the cinnamon sugar caramelizes without burning.
Nutmeg Elevates the Flavor Profile 🌟
Don't skip the ground nutmeg in the egg mixture—it adds sophisticated warmth and complexity that distinguishes homemade French toast from mediocre versions.