Use this easy method to make the best French Toast Sticks at home to share with the kids. These are a versatile, affordable alternative to buying frozen ones at the store—and they take less than 15 minutes to make and reheat in 2 minutes!

French Toast Sticks

My kids love having a range of easy breakfasts throughout the week, and since I actually don’t love cooking every day, having a stash of French Toast Sticks on hand in the fridge or freezer is a genius option to keep everyone happy.

I can make a batch (or two) whenever I have time, then stash them to reheat for breakfast. This recipe is so flexible since you can vary the flavor—classic, Cinnamon-Sugar, Banana, and Apple are all options—and you can cook them three ways according to your preference.

This recipe works on the stove top, or you can make Baked French Toast or Air Fryer French Toast. So easy!

Ingredients You Need

Here’s a look at the ingredients you need to make this breakfast recipe so you know what to pick up at the store and have on hand.

• Wheat bread: Sandwich or loaf, or you can use another type you like. They work better with a bread that’s a little sturdier than a plain white sandwich bread.
• Eggs: They add richness to the batter.
• Milk: You can use whole dairy milk or any other milk you like.
• Vanilla extract: This adds lovely flavor to this French toast recipe.
• Unsalted butter: Butter helps the French Toast sticks brown in the pan without sticking.
• Maple syrup and diced fruit for serving.

Ingredient Substitutions

• To make them egg-free, you can replace the eggs with mashed banana or sweet potato.
• To make them dairy-free, use nondairy-milk.
• To make gluten-free, use a sturdy gluten-free bread.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Here’s a look at how to make this recipe so you know what to expect. Scroll down to the end of the post for the full information.

1. Cut bread into sticks.
2. Add the eggs, milk, and vanilla to a bowl. Dip bread in and coat all sides.
3. Cook in a nonstick pan. Flip. (You can also bake them or make them in the air fryer.)
4. Serve warm with optional toppings.

How to Store

Store leftovers in an airtight storage container in the fridge for up to 5 days or place into a freezer bag and remove as much air as possible. Freeze for up to 6 months. Pop into toaster (from the fridge or freezer) to warm through, or you can warm up on a heat-safe plate in 15-to 30-second increments in the microwave.

Best Tips for Success

• Banana French Toast Sticks: Replace 1 egg with ¼ cup mashed ripe banana.
• Apple French Toast Sticks: Replace 1 egg with ¼ cup applesauce.
• Cinnamon-Sugar French Toast Sticks: Stir together 1 tablespoon sugar and 1 teaspoon cinnamon in a small bowl. Sprinkle over sticks as soon as they’re finished cooking.
• Egg-free: Use the banana or apple version above and use ½ cup of either to replace the eggs.
• Dairy-free: Use a favorite nondairy milk.
• Offer as a baby-led weaning breakfast or for older kids to pick up and dip as they like.

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• Cut bread into four sticks.

• Add the eggs, milk, and vanilla to a wide, shallow bowl. Mix with a fork or a small whisk.

• Dip each piece of bread into the egg mixture, turning over with a fork to coat all sides.

To bake in the oven:

• To bake in the oven: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.

• Place on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 16-18 minutes, or until golden brown on the bottoms. Serve warm with optional toppings/dips.

To make on the stove top:

To make in the air fryer:

Banana French Toast Sticks: Replace 1 egg with ¼ cup mashed ripe banana.
Apple French Toast Sticks: Replace 1 egg with ¼ cup applesauce.
Cinnamon-Sugar French Toast Sticks: Stir together 1 tablespoon sugar and 1 teaspoon cinnamon in a small bowl. Sprinkle over sticks as soon as they’re finished cooking.

• Store leftovers in an airtight storage container in the fridge for up to 5 days or place into a freezer bag and remove as much air as possible. Freeze for up to 6 months. Pop into toaster (from the fridge or freezer) to warm through, or you can warm up on a heat-safe plate in 15- to 30-second increments in the microwave.
• Egg-free: Use the banana or apple version above and use ½ cup of either to replace the eggs.
• Dairy-free: Use a favorite nondairy milk.
• Offer as a baby-led weaning breakfast or for older kids to pick up and dip as they like.

Serving: 4sticks, Calories: 146kcal, Carbohydrates: 2g, Protein: 3g, Fat: 14g, Saturated Fat: 8g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 4g, Trans Fat: 0.5g, Cholesterol: 114mg, Sodium: 43mg, Potassium: 59mg, Fiber: 0.1g, Sugar: 1g, Vitamin A: 498IU, Calcium: 35mg, Iron: 0.4mg