A batch of Air Fryer French Toast is just the thing to make really quick work of breakfast or brunch—with the classic flavor and texture you expect, in a lot less time!

Air Fryer French Toast

I’m an equal opportunity French toast maker. I love it baked in the oven, cut into French toast sticks, with banana or pumpkin in the batter, as French toast casserole … and I really love it when it’s easy. This recipe, which gets made in the air fryer with less than 5 minutes of cooking time, is one of our favorites.

We love using this method to make French toast sticks, since they fit so well in the air fryer we have, and also because they’re a fun breakfast for the kids.

This breakfast option works well with a side of fruit and maple syrup—or you can do nut butter, yogurt, or applesauce as a dip. Anything goes, so customize it as you like.

Ingredients You Need

Here’s a look at what you need to make this easy French Toast 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 such as Texas toast or challah. It’s better if it’s a little bit stale or sturdy.
• Eggs: I use large eggs in this recipe.
• Milk: Any type of milk works. I use whole milk, as I like the richness, but use what you prefer. Nondairy milk can work, too.
• Vanilla extract: I typically use pure vanilla extract, as I like the flavor, but imitation can work if that’s what you have.
• Cinnamon: A nice dose of cinnamon adds flavor to this French toast recipe.
• Maple syrup and diced fruit (optional): Add any dips, toppings, or sides that your family enjoys.

Step-by-Step Instructions

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

1. Cut bread into sticks. Add the ingredients to a wide, shallow bowl. Mix.
2. Dip each piece of bread into the egg mixture, turning over with a fork to coat all sides.
3. Coat the tray of the air fryer with nonstick spray. Place the battered bread on top. Preheat the air fryer, then cook, without flipping, until just golden brown.
4. Remove, brush with melted butter (optional), and serve with maple syrup or another desired dip like applesauce or yogurt.

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 the 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

• Use a sturdy bread like sourdough, wheat bread, Texas toast, challah, or a slightly stale bread. It can be sliced sandwich bread or sliced from a loaf.
• 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 ½ cup mashed ripe banana or applesauce 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, vanilla, and cinnamon 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.

• Coat the tray of the air fryer with nonstick spray. Place the French toast on top.

• Preheat the air fryer to 350 degrees F. When it comes to temperature, add the tray with the French toast. Cook for 4-6 minutes without flipping, until just golden brown.

• Remove, brush with melted butter (optional), and serve with maple syrup or another desired dip like applesauce or yogurt.

• 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 the 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.

• Banana French Toast Sticks: Replace 1 egg with ¼ cup mashed ripe banana.
• Apple French Toast Sticks: Replace 1 egg with ¼ cup applesauce.
• Pumpkin French Toast Sticks: Replace 1 egg with ¼ cup pumpkin puree. Add a little more milk if the batter seems very thick.
• 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.

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