Craving a simple yet delightful brunch treat?
Get ready to transform ordinary bread into irresistible Cinnamon French Toast Sticks!
This easy recipe guarantees golden-brown, delicious sticks that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
If you're ready to whip up some seriously tasty Cinnamon French Toast Sticks that taste like cinnamon doughnuts, you'll need to gather these ingredients: get 4 thick slices of white bread—ideally, they should be a little stale but if not don't worry—you'll also need 2 eggs, ¼ cup of milk, and a pinch of salt. Easy so far, right?
Next up, you absolutely can't forget the cinnamon-sugar magic! Grab ⅓ cup of white sugar, and a teaspoon of ground cinnamon. This mixture will give the French toast sticks their signature flavor and sweetness.
Lastly, for cooking, you'll need 3 tablespoons of butter. I like to use unsalted, so I can control the saltiness—plus some maple syrup for serving, but that's totally optional! Maple syrup is the bomb! Now you're all set ingredient-wise. Let's get cooking!
Instructions
Now that we have all of our ingredients ready to go, let's turn those into something truly amazing! First, I remove the crust of each bread slice. Then, I cut each slice into 3 equal, thick batons—think chunky fingers!
Next, I combine the eggs, milk, and a pinch of salt in a bowl, large enough to roll the sticks in. Gotta get them coated evenly! I combine the cinnamon and sugar on a plate for later. These sugary treats can be a blank canvas for your creativity, much like cookies.
Now comes the fun part: I melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large pan over medium-high heat. Roll the sticks in the egg mix—quick dip, don't soak! Shake off the extra, and into the pan they go! Cook in 2 batches. I turn them until they're golden brown on each side.
Finally, I immediately transfer them to the cinnamon sugar plate and roll to coat! Yes, I melt the remaining butter and cook the rest. Serve with maple syrup, if you like—dunking is highly encouraged!
Recipe Notes
Given what you know, cutting the bread slices thick enough really matters–I shoot for batons about 1.7 cm–or 2/3"–thick, so they hold up well! You don't want flimsy sticks, do ya?
Now, here's a tip from yours truly: stale bread is your best friend. Fresh bread? It's a sponge! It'll soak up too much egg mixture – and that equals soggy sticks. No one wants a soggy stick… except maybe a drumstick!
Speaking of bread, grabbing a loaf is the way to go. Why? Because I am telling you, the thicker the slices, the sturdier your sticks will be. Trust me on this one—I've been there, flopped that!
Nutrition Information
Alright, let's explore into what these cinnamon French toast sticks will cost you, nutrition-wise! I'm talking calories, carbs, and all that good—or not-so-good—stuff.
Each serving—around 140 grams—packs about 332 calories. That's 17% of your daily calorie intake, so keep that in mind. Carbs? A whopping 51.2 grams, also 17% of your daily needs. Hope you're ready for an energy rush! You'll also get 9.2 grams of protein that's 18%.
Fat clocks in at 11.5 grams. Saturated fat is 4.8 grams–30%–and cholesterol is 126 milligrams, at 42%. Sodium's at 449 milligrams–that's 20%. You will find a small part contributes to fiber. With 1.2 grams–5%. Finally, we're hitting the sweet spot with 22.6 grams of sugar, 25% of your daily value. Okay, enough numbers!
Serving Suggestions
I've got some awesome serving ideas that'll make these cinnamon French toast sticks even more amazing! First off, don't underestimate a simple dunk in maple syrup – it's classic for a reason.
But, hey, let's get a little wild! Try a dusting of powdered sugar for extra sweetness. Feeling fruity? A side of fresh berries – strawberries, blueberries, raspberries – is a fantastic choice. It's like having dessert for breakfast!
If you're looking for something a bit more decadent, a drizzle of chocolate syrup will do the trick. You could even add a dollop of whipped cream – because why not? These sticks are perfect for little hands – or big ones. Enjoy!
Short Recipe Version
Cinnamon French Toast Sticks
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 2
Ingredients:
1/4 cup milk
1 large egg
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon butter
6 slices bread, cut into sticks
Instructions:
- Whisk together milk, egg, and cinnamon in a shallow dish.
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat.
- Dip bread sticks into the milk mixture, coating all sides.
- Cook bread sticks in the skillet until golden brown on all sides, turning as needed.
- Serve immediately with desired toppings.
Nutrition Information (per serving, estimated):
Calories: 250
Protein: 10g
Fat: 12g
Carbohydrates: 30g