Description

Crispy air fryer french toast sticks with a custard-like center and cinnamon-sugar coating, perfect for a quick and satisfying breakfast.

Ingredients

Scale

6–8 slices Thick-Cut Bread (Brioche or Challah)
4 Large Eggs
1/2 cup Whole Milk or Heavy Cream
1 tablespoon Pure Vanilla Extract
2 teaspoons Ground Cinnamo
1/4 cup Granulated Sugar
2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter (Melted)
1 pinch Salt

Instructions

Step 1: Prep the Bread – Cut the thick-cut bread slices into three or four uniform sticks
Step 2: Whisk the Custard – In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and a teaspoon of cinnamon until fully combined
Step 3: Prepare the Coating – In a separate bowl, combine the granulated sugar and cinnamon. Melt the butter and set it aside
Step 4: Dip and Coat – Quickly dip each bread stick into the egg mixture and place into the air fryer basket without overcrowding
Step 5: Air Fry – Set air fryer to 375°F and cook for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brow
Step 6: The Final Touch – Brush with melted butter and roll in the cinnamon-sugar mixture, then serve immediately

Notes

For best results, use stale bread and preheat the air fryer.

Freezing instructions: Allow to cool, then flash-freeze before storing in a freezer-safe bag.

Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Category: Breakfast
Method: Air Frying
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2-3 sticks
Calories: 285 kcal
Sugar: 14g
Sodium: 310mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: unknown
Trans Fat: unknown
Carbohydrates: 36g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 9g
Cholesterol: 110mg

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