Cozy up with homemade Cinnamon French Toast Sticks—golden, buttery, and perfect for dipping! Ready in minutes and truly loved by all ages!
I’ve never met a French Toast recipe I didn’t like, and this one is no exception. These Cinnamon French Toast Sticks are the perfect breakfast for your little ones, or the perfect snack when you’re craving something sweet. They are golden on the outside, soft on the inside, and dusted with just the right amount of cinnamon sugar goodness. You will feel like you’ve landed in breakfast heaven when you make these for the first time. 🤤
As a busy mom, I’ve always enjoyed a good breakfast, and I love a breakfast that’s quick and simple. These Cinnamon French Toast Sticks take less than 30 minutes to prepare, making them ideal for those hectic mornings when every minute counts. Despite their small size, they’re surprisingly filling, packed with flavor and just the right touch of sweetness. Whether you’re feeding hungry kids before school or grabbing a bite between tasks, this easy recipe checks all the boxes for a warm, comforting, and efficient breakfast.
CINNAMON FRENCH TOAST STICKS
Part of why I love this recipe so much is it takes me back to those Saturday mornings as a kid, watching your favorite cartoons, and eating French Toast drenched in maple syrup. It’s very nostalgic and comforting for me, I just know you’ll fall in love with it for the same reasons. You likely have all of the ingredients in your kitchen now– white bread, eggs, milk, vanilla. These are all the staple ingredients needed to make typical French Toast. This recipe is extra special though, and only elevates this breakfast classic!
Ingredients
- 4 thick slices white bread or Texas toast
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 4 Tablespoons salted butter, divided
- Maple syrup, to serve with
- Powdered sugar, optional
How to make Cinnamon French Toast Sticks
Cut each piece of bread into 3 equal pieces. Place on a large baking sheet and set aside.
In a large pie plate or bowl, add the large eggs, milk, vanilla and salt. Whisk to combine. Set aside.
Combine the granulated sugar and cinnamon on a large plate. Set aside.
Melt 2 Tablespoons of the salted butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Quickly dip the sticks into the egg mixture—don’t let them soak—then shake off any excess. Place them in the pan, cooking in two batches to prevent overcrowding. Turn occasionally to cook each side until golden brown.
As soon as they’re golden, transfer them straight to the cinnamon sugar and roll to coat. (Make sure to do this while they’re still hot—this helps the sugar stick.)
Melt remaining butter and cook the remaining French toast sticks. Serve immediately with maple syrup and a light sprinkle of powdered sugar, if desired. Enjoy!
Holly’s Tip: Sprinkle in a pinch of ground cardamom or some finely grated orange zest into the cinnamon-sugar mix to enhance the flavor and add depth. 😋
Storing and Reheating
This recipe is best eaten the same day!
Tips for the Perfect Cinnamon French Toast Sticks:
- Use thick bread. Texas toast, Brioche, or Challah all work great because they soak up the batter without falling apart.
- Cook on medium-high heat. This allows the outside to crisp up beautifully while the inside cooks all the way through without burning.
- Get creative with your syrup or sauce! Substitute classic Maple syrup with honey, caramel or chocolate sauce, berry compote, butterscotch syrup, or variations of maple syrup like blueberry syrup. You can dunk these French Toast Sticks into just about anything!
Serving Suggestions
This recipe makes 2 to 3 servings, but the ingredients can easily be doubled to adjust for a larger crowd.
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Cinnamon French Toast Sticks
Ingredients
- 4 thick slices white bread or Texas toast
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 4 Tablespoons salted butter divided
- Maple syrup for serving
- Powdered sugar (optional)
Instructions
- Cut each piece of bread into 3 equal pieces. Place on a large baking sheet and set aside.
- In a large pie plate or bowl, add the large eggs, milk, vanilla and salt. Whisk to combine. Set aside.
- Combine the granulated sugar and cinnamon on a large plate. Set aside.
- Melt 2 Tablespoons of the salted butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Quickly dip the sticks into the egg mixture—don’t let them soak—then shake off any excess. Place them in the pan, cooking in two batches to prevent overcrowding. Turn occasionally to cook each side until golden brown.
- As soon as the French toast sticks are golden, transfer them straight to the cinnamon sugar and roll to coat. (Make sure to do this while they’re still hot—this helps the sugar stick.)
- Melt remaining butter and cook the remaining French toast sticks. Serve immediately with maple syrup and a light sprinkle of powdered sugar, if desired. Enjoy!