Air Fryer French Toast Sticks
A quick and fun breakfast option that offers the classic taste of French toast in a dippable stick form using an air fryer.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 8 slices Thick sliced bread (brioche, Texas toast, or challah) Slightly stale bread works best.
- 4 large Eggs For the custardy coating.
- 1 cup Milk (dairy or non-dairy) Options include almond milk, oat milk, or coconut milk.
- 1 tablespoon Cinnamon For flavor.
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Enhances sweetness.
- 1 pinch Salt Wakes up the flavors.
- 1 tablespoon Optional sweetener (sugar, honey, or maple syrup) If you prefer a sweeter batter.
- as needed Cooking spray To prevent sticking.
Instructions
Preparation
- Slice each piece of bread into 3 to 4 sticks.
- In a shallow bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cinnamon, vanilla, a pinch of salt, and sweetener until smooth.
- Dip each stick quickly into the batter, turning to coat all sides. Let excess batter drip off.
Cooking
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray.
- Arrange the sticks in a single layer with a little space between them.
- Air fry at 375°F for 6 to 8 minutes, flipping them halfway through.
- Check for doneness at 6 minutes; cook longer if needed until golden and set.
Serving
- Serve the sticks immediately for the best crispiness.
Notes
Keep cooked sticks warm in a low oven while you finish air frying the rest. Don't overcrowd the basket for the best results. You can customize with flavor upgrades like nutmeg or cocoa powder, and serve with various dipping options like maple syrup, yogurt, or fruit.