Description

Cinnamon French Toast Sticks are a delightful twist on classic French toast, featuring thick-cut brioche or Texas toast bread sliced into sticks, dipped in a cinnamon-spiced egg mixture, and cooked to golden perfection on the stovetop. Perfectly crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, these sticks are an easy, kid-friendly breakfast or brunch option served with maple syrup and a dusting of powdered sugar.

Ingredients

Scale

Bread

8 slices thick cut brioche or Texas toast bread

Batter

3 large eggs
3/4 cup whole milk
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of salt

For Cooking

2 tablespoons unsalted butter

Optional Toppings

Maple syrup for serving
Powdered sugar for dusting

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Instructions

Cut the Bread: Cut each slice of thick-cut brioche or Texas toast into three equal sticks to create manageable finger-sized portions for cooking and serving.
Prepare the Batter: In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until the mixture is completely smooth and well combined.
Heat the Skillet: Place a large nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat and melt 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter to prepare the cooking surface.
Dip the Bread Sticks: Dip each bread stick into the egg mixture, turning to coat all sides thoroughly, allowing any excess batter to drip off to prevent sogginess.
Cook the Sticks: Arrange the coated sticks in a single layer on the hot skillet without overcrowding. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side, carefully turning to ensure an even golden brown crust forms on all sides.
Add More Butter as Needed: For subsequent batches, melt the remaining tablespoon of butter in the skillet to maintain a flavorful cooking surface and prevent sticking.
Serve Warm: Transfer the cooked French toast sticks to a plate and serve immediately with maple syrup and a dusting of powdered sugar if desired, for extra sweetness and presentation.

Notes

For extra crisp edges, lightly toast the bread slices before dipping them into the batter.
For added sweetness and texture, prepare a cinnamon sugar mixture and roll the warm French toast sticks in it after cooking.
Leftover French toast sticks can be frozen and later reheated in the oven or air fryer for a quick and convenient breakfast option.