French Toast Sticks

5 from 23 votes

Golden French toast sticks made from Texas toast and a simple cinnamon-vanilla mixture. Perfect for dipping in syrup, and they freeze and reheat easily for a quick weekday breakfast.

Prep Time5

Cook Time20

Total Time25

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Servings: - 8

Author: Carrie Barnard

Cost: $7.34, $0.92 per Serving

Ingredients

10 slices Texas toast
4 eggs
1 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons vanilla extract
2 tablespoons cinnamon
1 tablespoon sugar
3 tablespoons butter

Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, heavy whipping cream, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Stir in sugar and cinnamon until well combined.
Slice each of the Texas toast slices into 3 thick sticks using a sharp knife or pizza cutter.
Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium-high heat and melt the butter, coating the cooking surface evenly. You can also use nonstick cooking spray if preferred.
Working in batches, dip several Texas toast sticks into the egg mixture, turning them with tongs until they are completely coated.
Transfer the coated toast sticks to the hot skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, turning occasionally, until all sides are golden brown and cooked through.
Continue dipping and cooking the remaining Texas toast sticks, adding more butter to the skillet if needed.
Serve the French toast sticks warm with fresh strawberries and maple syrup for dipping, if desired.

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Notes

Bread - Thick, slightly stale bread works best. For regular sandwich bread, cut 2 sticks per slice.
Don't soak - Dip each stick for just a couple of seconds per side so the centers don't get soggy.
To freeze - Cool in a single layer, freeze on a baking sheet for about 1 hour, then transfer to a freezer bag for up to 2 months.
To reheat - From frozen in the toaster, at 350°F in the oven for 10 to 15 minutes, or in the microwave for about 1 minute.

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