Crispy French Toast Sticks
Crispy French Toast Sticks are made with thick-cut bread dipped in eggs, milk, and cinnamon; air fry at 375°F for 10 minutes until golden and custardy inside.
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Method
- 1
Cut bread slices into 3-4 thick sticks each.
- 2
Whisk eggs, milk, vanilla, and cinnamon. Dip each stick briefly — don't soak or they get soggy.
- 3
Spray basket with cooking spray. Arrange sticks in a single layer.
- 4
Air fry at 375°F for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
- 5
Toss in cinnamon sugar while hot. Serve with maple syrup for dipping.
Pro tip. Use day-old bread — fresh bread is too soft and falls apart. Quick dips only; soaking makes them mushy inside. Thick-cut bread like Texas toast holds up best.
Why the air fryer wins here
- Ready in 10 minutes. The same dish takes about 16 in a conventional oven, plus preheating.
- Uses a fraction of the oil of deep frying, which is how this comes in at 280 calories a serving.
- Cleanup is a basket, not a sheet pan and a splattered stovetop.
Storing and reheating
Refrigerate perishable leftovers within 2 hours, or within 1 hour above 90°F. Reheat leftovers to 165°F (74°C) throughout, measured with a food thermometer. USDA leftover safety guidance.
Keep leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days. To bring them back, air fry at 330°F for 2-3 minutes. A tiny pat of butter on top before reheating revives the exterior. Full reheat guide for french toast.
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