Air Fryer French Toast Sticks: The Ultimate Guide to a Quick, Crispy, and Irresistible Breakfast
These Air Fryer French Toast Sticks are golden on the outside, soft on the inside, and ready in just minutes. Made with simple pantry ingredients, they’re perfect for busy mornings, relaxed weekend brunches, or a fun, kid-friendly snack. No skillet, no mess—just quick, crispy French toast goodness straight from the air fryer.
Ingredients
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4 slices bread
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⅓ cup milk
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2 large eggs
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¼ teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon butter (for greasing)
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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⅓ cup granulated sugar
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1 teaspoon cinnamon
Optional for Serving
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Maple syrup
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Fresh fruit, powdered sugar, or chocolate sauce
Instructions
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Preheat air fryer:
Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C) if required by your model. -
Prepare the bread:
Slice each piece of bread into sticks and set aside. -
Mix the custard:
In a bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth. -
Make cinnamon sugar:
In a separate shallow bowl, mix the granulated sugar and cinnamon. -
Dip the bread:
Lightly grease the air fryer basket with butter or cooking spray. Dip each bread stick into the egg mixture, letting excess drip off. -
Air fry:
Arrange bread sticks in a single layer in the basket. Air fry for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crisp. -
Finish and serve:
Immediately sprinkle with cinnamon sugar while warm. Serve with maple syrup or your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
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Use thicker bread: Brioche or Texas toast works especially well.
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Don’t overcrowd: Cook in batches so the sticks crisp evenly.
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Extra crunch: Air fry an extra 1–2 minutes if you like them crispier.
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Make it ahead: Reheat leftovers in the air fryer for 2–3 minutes.