Cinnamon French Toast Sticks: 1 Busy Morning Saver
Create delicious, freezer-friendly Cinnamon French Toast Sticks that are perfect for busy mornings. These sticks are easy to make ahead and reheat quickly, making them a convenient breakfast option for kids and families.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 12-15 sticks
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Pan Frying and Freezing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 12 slices brioche or challah bread, cut into 1-inch thick sticks
- 2 tablespoons butter or oil for cooking
- Optional toppings: maple syrup, powdered sugar, fruit
Instructions
- In a shallow dish, whisk together milk, eggs, cinnamon, and vanilla extract.
- Dip each bread stick into the egg mixture, coating all sides.
- Heat butter or oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Cook the bread sticks for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove from skillet and let cool completely on a wire rack.
- Once cooled, arrange the French toast sticks in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze until solid.
- Transfer the frozen sticks to a freezer-safe bag or container.
- To reheat, place frozen sticks in a toaster or oven at 350°F (175°C) for a few minutes until warmed through.
Notes
- For best results, use slightly stale bread as it absorbs the egg mixture better.
- You can add a pinch of nutmeg to the egg mixture for extra flavor.
- Ensure French toast sticks are completely cooled before freezing to prevent them from sticking together.
- These sticks can be stored in the freezer for up to 1 month.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 sticks
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 75mg