These indulgent Air Fryer French Toast Sticks bring weekend brunch vibes right to your kitchen in just 12 minutes. Golden-brown on the outside, perfectly custardy inside – they’re a breakfast game-changer that’s both quick and delicious.
With 15g of protein and ready in less time than traditional French toast, these crispy sticks are ideal for busy mornings or when you want that coffee-shop quality at home. Your air fryer transforms simple ingredients into a crave-worthy breakfast that’s sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients List
- Brioche Bread: 1 loaf cut into 6 slices (1-inch thickness)
- Eggs: 3 large, brings richness and structure
- Milk: ½ cup, room temperature for better mixing
- Vanilla Extract: 1 teaspoon, adds wonderful aroma
- Sugar: ¾ cup coconut or granulated sugar, for perfect sweetness
- Cinnamon: ¾ tablespoon, brings warmth and classic flavor
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Bread Preparation: Slice brioche into 1-inch pieces, then cut each into 3 thin strips
- Air Fryer Setup: Heat to 370°F and line basket with parchment paper
- Egg Mixture: Combine eggs, milk, and vanilla in a medium bowl until well mixed
- Sweet Coating: Mix sugar and cinnamon in a separate bowl or plate for easy coating
- Dipping Process: Coat each bread piece in egg mixture, ensuring even coverage
- Sugar Coating: Transfer to cinnamon-sugar mixture and coat thoroughly
- Air Frying: Place sticks in basket with space between each, cook 6-7 minutes until golden
- Batching: Repeat process until all pieces are cooked
- Serving: Enjoy immediately with honey, powdered sugar, Greek yogurt, or fresh berries
Making Perfect French Toast Sticks
The secret to amazing French toast sticks is getting that golden-brown coating just right! Your air fryer makes this super easy by giving you an even, crispy outside while keeping the inside soft and fluffy. Space your bread pieces apart in the basket – this lets the hot air flow around them freely for that perfect crunch.
Smart Substitutions
While brioche bread makes these sticks extra special, you can use other types too! Try Texas toast or challah bread – they’re both great choices. Out of coconut sugar? Regular granulated sugar works just as well. For a dairy-free version, swap the milk for almond or oat milk. You can even add a pinch of nutmeg or cardamom to the cinnamon-sugar mix for a different flavor!
Serving Ideas
Turn these tasty sticks into a beautiful breakfast spread! Set out small bowls of maple syrup, honey, and chocolate sauce for dipping. Add fresh strawberries, blueberries, or banana slices on the side. A dollop of Greek yogurt or whipped cream makes everything extra special. Kids love these as finger food, and grown-ups enjoy them just as much!
Storage Tips
Made too many? No problem! Let your French toast sticks cool down completely, then pop them in an airtight container. They’ll stay good in the fridge for 2-3 days. When you’re ready to eat them, just put them back in the air fryer for 2-3 minutes at 350°F to get that crispy coating back. They warm up much better this way than in the microwave!
Air Fryer French Toast
Equipment
- Air Fryer
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
- 2 eggs
- 3/4 cup whole milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt
- 4 slices bread
- non-stick cooking spray
Instructions
- Add the eggs, milk, vanilla, cinnamon and salt to a mixing bowl.
- Whisk until combined.
- Dip the slices of bread in the mixture, on both sides, dripping off any excess mixture.
- Spray the air fryer basket with non-stick cooking spray to prevent the bread from sticking. Place the bread in the air fryer basket in a single layer. If need be, cook in two batches.
- Air fry at 350°F/280°C for 6-8 minutes, flipping the bread halfway through. The bread should be golden and no wet mixture should remain.
- Serve with fresh berries and maple syrup or your favorite toppings.
