Air Fryer French Toast Sticks
2
servings5
minutes8
minutes220
kcalThese air fryer French toast sticks are golden, crispy on the outside, and soft on the inside. Perfectly caramelized and dusted with powdered sugar, they make a quick and delicious breakfast treat!
Ingredients
4 slices of thick bread (Texas toast or brioche)
2 large eggs
¼ cup milk
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ tsp ground cinnamon
1 tbsp maple syrup (optional)
1 tbsp melted butter
Powdered sugar, for dusting
Fresh berries and maple syrup for serving
Directions
- Prepare the Bread
🔹 Slice each piece of bread into three thick sticks to create the perfect dunkable size. - Make the Batter
🔸 In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, maple syrup, and melted butter until smooth. - Coat the Bread
🔹 Dip each bread stick into the batter, ensuring it's evenly coated but not overly soaked.
🔹 Let any excess batter drip off before air frying. - Preheat the Air Fryer
🔥 Set your best-selling air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and preheat for 2 minutes. - Air Fry the French Toast Sticks
🔸 Arrange the coated sticks in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
🔸 Air fry for 6-8 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy. - Serve & Enjoy!
🍽 Dust with powdered sugar and serve warm with fresh berries and maple syrup.
Notes
- Nutritional Info (Per Serving)
Calories: 220 | Carbs: 30g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 7g | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 10g - Useful Tips & Advice
✔️ Use thick-cut bread like brioche or Texas toast for the best texture.
✔️ Don’t soak the bread too long—just enough to coat without becoming mushy.
✔️ Want extra crispiness? Lightly spray the air fryer basket with non-stick cooking spray before adding the sticks.
✔️ Make-ahead tip: Freeze cooked French toast sticks and reheat in the air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 2-3 minutes for a quick breakfast.
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🔹 Silicone Pastry Brush – Helps evenly coat French toast with butter for extra crispiness.
🔹 Powdered Sugar Shaker – Get that perfect dusting of sugar like a pro!
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