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Air Fryer French Toast Sticks

These Air Fryer French Toast Sticks are the perfect quick breakfast, with a crispy cinnamon-sugar crust and soft fluffy interior made from day-old bread. Ideal for busy mornings, they're far superior to frozen versions and ready in under 15 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the French Toast
  • 6 slices 6 thick-cut bread like Texas Toast or brioche
  • 3 large 3
  • 1/2 cup 1/2 whole milk or heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons 2 granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon 1 ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon 1 vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch Pinch salt
  • Cooking Spray avocado or coconut oil spray

Equipment

  • Air Fryer,
  • Shallow Dish
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Prepare the Bread
  1. Cut each slice of bread into 3 sticks, about 1 inch wide and 4 inches long.
  2. In a shallow dish, whisk together eggs, milk, sugar, cinnamon, vanilla, and salt until well combined.
  3. Dip each bread stick into the custard for about 10 seconds per side, coating all sides.
  4. Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
  5. Lightly spray air fryer basket with cooking oil, arrange dipped sticks in a single layer, and spray tops with oil. Cook in batches if needed.
  6. Air fry for 4-6 minutes, flip, and cook for another 3-5 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  7. Dust with powdered sugar or cinnamon-sugar, and serve with dipping sauces like maple syrup.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 10gFat: 12g

Notes

Use day-old bread for best results. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months; reheat in air fryer at 350°F for 6-8 minutes. For dairy-free, use almond milk.
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