The perfect combo of a cinnamon-sugar donut and classic French toast yep, that’s exactly what these French Toast Sticks taste like! They’re golden, crispy on the outside, soft and fluffy on the inside, and ridiculously easy to make. Whether you’re whipping up a quick breakfast for the kids or treating yourself on a lazy weekend morning, these are a total win.

🍽 What You Need For French Toast Sticks

Texas Toast
Baking Powder
Cinnamon
Flour
Eggs
Salt
Vanilla
Sugar
Syrup
Milk
Vegetable oil

🔪 How To Make French Toast Sticks

Prep everything – Preheat your oven to 200°F (just to keep the toast sticks warm while you fry in batches). Line a baking sheet with foil for easy cleanup. In a shallow dish, mix the cinnamon and sugar together, then set it aside.
Make the batter – In a large bowl, whisk together the milk, sugar, eggs, salt, and vanilla until smooth. Gradually add the flour and baking powder, whisking until you get a lump-free batter.
Heat the oil – Pour about 2 inches of oil into a deep skillet or Dutch oven and heat it to 350°F. You want it hot enough to fry but not burn the bread.
Coat & fry – Dip each bread stick into the batter, letting any excess drip off. Fry in batches (about 4 at a time) for 2-3 minutes per side, flipping once, until they turn golden brown.
Roll in cinnamon sugar – Remove from the oil, drain briefly on paper towels, then immediately roll in the cinnamon-sugar mixture. Pop them on the baking sheet in the oven to keep warm while you finish the rest.
Serve and enjoy – Plate them up with fresh berries, bananas, and a generous drizzle of maple syrup. Dig in while they’re warm and crispy!

💭 Recipe Tips & Variations

Make a bigger batch – This recipe serves about 4 people (with 4 sticks per serving), but you can easily double it for a crowd.
Storage – Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in an air fryer or toaster oven for the best crunch.
Freezer-Friendly – Cool the sticks completely, then lay them on a baking sheet and freeze until solid (about 30 minutes). Transfer to a freezer-safe bag and store for up to 2 months. Reheat straight from frozen in a 400°F oven for 7-10 minutes or microwave for 60 seconds per stick.
Baked Version – If you’d rather skip frying, preheat your oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Follow the same battering steps, then bake for 12-15 minutes. Melt 4 tablespoon butter, brush it over the baked sticks, sprinkle with cinnamon sugar, and bake for another 15 minutes until golden.

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French Toast Sticks – Crispy, Sweet, and Absolutely Irresistible!

the perfect combo of a cinnamon-sugar donut and classic French toast yep, that’s exactly what these French Toast Sticks taste like!

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Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Breakfast, Easy breakfast, French bread, Toast, Toast sticks

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 10

Servings:

Calories: 329kcal

Ingredients

For the cinnamon sugar topping:

½ cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

For the French toast sticks:

2 cups milk
¼ cup granulated sugar
2 eggs
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
8 slices Texas Toast each cut into 4 strips
2 quarts vegetable oil or any neutral oil
Fresh berries or bananas for serving
Maple syrup for serving

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 200°F (90°C) and line a baking sheet with foil for easy cleanup. In a shallow dish, whisk together the cinnamon and sugar for the topping. Set aside.
Prepare the batter: In a large bowl, whisk together the milk, sugar, eggs, salt, and vanilla until smooth. Add the flour and baking powder, stirring until no lumps remain.
Heat the oil in a deep skillet, Dutch oven, or deep fryer to 350°F (175°C).
Coat the bread: Working in batches, dip the bread sticks into the batter, letting the excess drip off. Fry until golden brown on one side (about 2-3 minutes), then flip and cook the other side until crispy.
Drain and coat: Transfer the fried sticks to a paper towel-lined plate, then immediately roll them in the cinnamon sugar mixture.
Keep warm: Place the coated sticks on the baking sheet and keep them warm in the oven while you finish cooking the rest.
Serve & enjoy! Serve warm with fresh berries, bananas, and a generous drizzle of maple syrup.

Nutrition

Calories: 329kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 3.8g

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