Marry This Pioneer Woman French Toast Sticks recipe is a quick and fun breakfast, which is made with thick-cut bread and a sweet cinnamon-sugar coating. It’s the perfect dippable treat for a fast and delicious morning meal, ready in just 20 minutes.
Jump to RecipePioneer Woman French Toast Sticks Ingredients
- 4 thick slices of white bread, preferably stale
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- Pinch of salt
- 1/3 cup white sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 3 tbsp butter
- Maple syrup, for serving (optional)
How To Make Pioneer Woman French Toast Sticks
- Prep the Bread and Coatings: If desired, remove the crusts from each slice of bread. Cut each slice into 3 equal, thick sticks. In a shallow bowl or pie plate, whisk together the eggs, milk, and a pinch of salt. On a separate plate, combine the white sugar and cinnamon and mix well.
- Heat the Pan: Melt 2 tablespoons of the butter in a large skillet or pan over medium-high heat.
- Cook the First Batch: Working in batches, quickly dip a few breadsticks into the egg mixture, allowing any excess to drip off. Immediately place them in the hot pan.
- Brown and Coat: Cook the sticks for 1-2 minutes per side, turning them so that all sides become golden brown.
- Add Cinnamon Sugar: As soon as you remove the hot sticks from the pan, immediately roll them in the cinnamon-sugar mixture on the plate until they are fully coated.
- Cook the Second Batch: Melt the remaining tablespoon of butter in the pan and repeat the process with the remaining breadsticks.
- Serve: Serve the French toast sticks immediately while they are warm, with a side of maple syrup for dipping.
Recipe Tips
- How to prevent soggy French toast sticks? Using stale or day-old bread is the key. It’s drier and absorbs the egg mixture without becoming overly saturated and soggy. Also, be sure to dip the breadsticks quickly; don’t let them soak.
- How do I get an even coating? For the best results, roll the sticks in the cinnamon sugar while they are still hot from the pan. The heat helps the sugar mixture melt slightly and adhere perfectly to the surface.
- How can I make this recipe even faster? You can prepare the egg mixture and the cinnamon-sugar mixture the night before and store them in airtight containers. In the morning, all you have to do is slice the bread, dip, and cook.
- Why cut the sticks into equal sizes? Ensuring the breadsticks are all a similar size and thickness helps them cook evenly and consistently in the pan.
What To Serve With French Toast Sticks
These dippable sticks are perfect with their classic partner, but also go well with:
- Maple syrup for dipping
- A side of fresh berries or a fruit salad
- A dollop of whipped cream or yogurt
- A side of scrambled eggs and bacon for a complete breakfast
How To Store French Toast Sticks
- Best Served Fresh: French toast sticks are best enjoyed immediately while they are warm and crispy.
- Refrigerate: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Reheat: To restore their crispiness, reheat the sticks in a toaster oven, an air fryer, or on a baking sheet in a 375°F (190°C) oven for a few minutes until warmed through.
French Toast Sticks Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 332 kcal
- Protein: 10g
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Sugar: 25g
Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.
FAQs
What is the best type of bread to use?
A thick-cut, sturdy white bread like Brioche or Texas toast is ideal. Day-old bread is even better as it will be slightly drier and absorb the egg mixture better.
Can I bake these instead of frying them?
Yes. For a baked version, place the dipped sticks on a greased baking sheet in a single layer. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 10-15 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown. Then, toss them in the cinnamon sugar.
Can I make these ahead of time?
You can cook them completely, let them cool, and then freeze them in a single layer on a baking sheet. Once frozen, transfer them to a freezer bag. You can reheat them directly from frozen in a toaster oven or air fryer.
Try More Recipes:
- Pioneer Woman Carrot Cake French Toast Recipe
- Pioneer Woman Lemon Blueberry French Toast Recipe
- Pioneer Woman Blueberry Lemon French Toast Casserole Overnight Recipe
Pioneer Woman French Toast Sticks Recipe
Course: BreakfastCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy2
servings10
minutes10
minutes332
kcalQuick, easy, and fun-to-eat French toast sticks that are perfectly golden-brown and coated in a sweet cinnamon-sugar mixture.
Ingredients
4 thick slices white bread, preferably stale
2 eggs
1/4 cup milk
Pinch of salt
1/3 cup white sugar
1 tsp cinnamon powder
3 tbsp butter
Maple syrup, for serving
Directions
- Cut the bread into 3 sticks per slice.
- In a shallow bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, and salt. On a separate plate, mix the sugar and cinnamon.
- Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Quickly dip the breadsticks in the egg mixture, then place them in the hot pan.
- Cook for 1-2 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Immediately roll the hot sticks in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
- Repeat with the remaining butter and breadsticks. Serve warm with maple syrup.
Notes
- Using stale or day-old bread is best to prevent the sticks from becoming soggy.
- Dip the breadsticks quickly in the egg mixture; do not let them soak.
- Roll the sticks in the cinnamon sugar while they are still hot so the coating adheres well.
- These are great for making ahead and freezing for a quick breakfast.
