Cinnamon French Toast Sticks
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Cinnamon French Toast Sticks
Description
This recipe cuts white bread into thick sticks, trims the crust for uniformity, and prevents bitterness. The sticks are quickly rolled in a lightly seasoned egg and milk mixture without soaking. This fast rolling step ensures the bread retains shape and does not become soggy. Cooking on medium-low heat allows even browning without burning the cinnamon sugar coating.
The cooked sticks are immediately coated in cinnamon sugar while still hot so the sugar adheres properly. Fresh berries and pure maple syrup are suggested accompaniments to complement the warm, sweet flavor. Thick sticks make them sturdy to eat by hand.
Using slightly stale bread is important as fresh bread will absorb too much liquid and not hold together. Working quickly during coating and cooking avoids soggy bread sticks. Medium-low heat ensures the exterior crisps evenly while the inside stays soft.
Ingredients
- 1 bread couple of day old white bread for better results, loaf
- 2 egg
- ⅓ cup milk for richer taste, use heavy cream
- Generous Pinch salt
- ⅓ cup white sugar
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon powder
- 4 tablespoon butter unsalted
To Serve
- pure maple syrup
- fresh berries
Instructions
- Cut bread loaf into equal sized thick strips.
- Trim off the crust on the edges. I prefer to trim the crust due to it's mild bitter taste plus it gives neater batons without the crust. If you don’t mind the crust, leave them on.
- Cut each slice into 2(or 3) equal sized thick sticks. Set aside.
- In a bowl, crack 2 whole eggs. Pour in milk and add a pinch of salt.
- Whisk together until combined.
- In another plate mix together caster sugar and cinnamon powder. Set aside.
- Melt 2 tablespoon of butter in a skillet.
- Quickly roll bread sticks in egg mixture, do not soak the bread in egg mixture even for seconds. Roll, shake off excess egg mixture and place it on hot skillet.Cook’s-Tip: You need to move quick and make sure you do not soak the bread in egg mixture. You need to move fast while rolling all side in egg mixture and shake off excess.
- Using few days old bread is crucial at this stage. Fresh bread will soak up egg-milk mix and will flop.
- Cook on medium low flame, flipping the bread sticks on all sides until golden brown.
- Once bread sticks are golden brown remove from pan and coat with cinnamon sugar.Pro-Tip: Cinnamon sugar will stick to the French toast sticks only if it’s hot. Transfer hot cinnamon French toast sticks from pan to cinnamon sugar plate quickly. Coat on all sides.
- Repeat the process for all the sticks.
- Serve immediately hot with maple syrup served on side for dipping or drench the cinnamon fresh toast sticks in maple syrup drizzle. Serve with fresh berries for complete breakfast experience.
Notes
- Use 3-4 day old bread for better structure and to prevent sogginess.
- Cut bread into thick sticks for easier handling and to keep shape during cooking.
- Roll sticks quickly in egg mixture and shake off excess to avoid soaking.
- Cook on medium-low heat to achieve uniform golden brown color without burning.
- Coat sticks in cinnamon sugar while still hot for better adherence.
- Serve with maple syrup and fresh berries as accompaniments.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 3servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 670 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 670kcal | 34% |
| Carbohydrates | 101g | 34% |
| Protein | 20g | 40% |
| Fat | 21g | 32% |
| Saturated Fat | 12g | 60% |
| Cholesterol | 152mg | 51% |
| Sodium | 871mg | 36% |
| Potassium | 247mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 27g | 54% |
| Vitamin A | 669IU | 13% |
| Calcium | 137mg | 14% |
| Iron | 6mg | 33% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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