Get French Toast Sticks ready for a fun, on-the-go breakfast or snack in less than 30 minutes! Enjoy with maple syrup and cinnamon sugar!
- 6 thick slices stale challah or brioche bread
- 4 large egg yolks , at room temperature
- 2 cups (16 fl oz/480 ml) whole milk
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons (1 oz/28 g) butter
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Maple syrup , for serving
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Cut each slice of bread into 3 strips and set aside.
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In a large bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, milk, sugar, cinnamon, vanilla extract and salt.
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Add in the sliced bread and let rest for 5 minutes and then turn over to evenly soak up the custard. Let rest until the custard is absorbed, about another 5 minutes.
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Place a skillet or griddle over medium-low heat then add some oil and melt some butter.*
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Once hot, add a few pieces of bread taking care not to overcrowd the pan.
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Fry on each side for about 2 - 3 minutes, or until golden and cooked through.
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Set aside or keep in a warm oven while you finish cooking the remaining bread sticks.
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Serve with a side of maple syrup or favorite sauce for dipping. Best enjoyed the day they are fried.
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Store cooked French Toast Sticks in the fridge for 4 to 5 days.
Or stack uncooked French Toast Sticks with parchment paper in between, and freeze in freezer safe bags* for 1 to 2 months (cook from frozen when ready).
Or store fully-cooked leftovers for 1 to 2 months.*
*Prepare for the freezer: freeze unfried or cooled cooked sticks on a baking sheet in a single layer until solid. Then transfer solid sticks into a freezer bag or container.
* I do not recommend use cooking spray as most cooking spray contains aerosol propellant chemicals which are potentially harmful to your health.