Best 6 Jazzed Up French Toast Sticks Recipes

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Are you tired of the same old boring French toast? Do you crave something sweet, crispy, and flavorful to start your day? Look no further than jazzed-up French toast sticks! These delicious treats are made with thick slices of bread, dipped in a flavorful egg mixture and then coated in a crispy breadcrumb crust. They can be served with a variety of toppings, from classic butter and syrup to fresh fruit and whipped cream. Whether you're looking for a special breakfast or brunch dish or a fun after-school snack, jazzed-up French toast sticks are sure to be a hit.

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FRENCH TOAST STICKS



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Learn how to make french toast sticks with this quick and easy recipe. I like to have them handy in the freezer for a hearty breakfast in an instant. They're great for buffets because they can be eaten on the go. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 30m

Yield 1-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 slices day-old Texas toast
4 large eggs
1 cup 2% milk
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup crushed cornflakes, optional
Confectioners' sugar, optional
Maple syrup

Steps:

  • Cut each piece of bread into thirds; place in an ungreased 13x9-in. dish. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla and cinnamon. Pour over bread; soak for 2 minutes, turning once. If desired, coat bread with cornflake crumbs on all sides. , Place in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Freeze until firm, about 45 minutes. Transfer to an airtight freezer container and store in the freezer., To use frozen French toast sticks: Place desired number on a greased baking sheet. Bake at 425° for 8 minutes. Turn; bake 10-12 minutes longer or until golden brown. Sprinkle with confectioners' sugar if desired. Serve with syrup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 183 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 145mg cholesterol, Sodium 251mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

CRUNCHY FRENCH TOAST STICKS



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"This is the crispiest, crunchiest, most delightful French toast known to mankind," says Ree.

Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Time 40m

Yield 36 French toast sticks

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 large eggs
1/2 cup half-and-half
1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 1/2 cups panko
1 1/2 cups sweetened corn and oat cereal (such as Cap'n Crunch), crushed into fine crumbs
2 tablespoons salted butter, melted
12 slices Texas toast or other thick bread slices, each cut into 3 strips
Confectioners' sugar, for serving
Warm maple syrup, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425˚ F. Crack the eggs into a pie plate. Add the half-and-half, vanilla, 1/4 cup granulated sugar and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon. Whisk lightly until combined; set aside.
  • In a separate pie plate, stir together the panko, crushed cereal and remaining 1/4 cup granulated sugar and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon. Use a fork to stir in the melted butter so that the crumbs are slightly moist.
  • One by one, quickly dunk the bread strips in the egg mixture, turning to coat. Then lay them in the dish with the crumb mixture, turning to coat; sprinkle and press the crumbs so they totally cover the bread. Place the bread strips on a rack set on a baking sheet.
  • Bake the French toast sticks until golden around the edges and the crumbs are crisp, 15 to 20 minutes. Sprinkle with confectioners' sugar and serve with maple syrup.

JAZZED-UP FRENCH TOAST STICKS



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Store-bought French toast sticks are spread with strawberry cream cheese to make this fast breakfast fare. Anna Free of Bradner, Ohio serves the "stuffed" French toast with a citrusy fruit puree instead of regular syrup.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 25m

Yield 3 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 ounces spreadable strawberry cream cheese
12 French toast sticks
1 snack-size cup (4 ounces) mixed fruit
1 tablespoon orange juice
Sliced fresh strawberries, optional

Steps:

  • Spread cream cheese over six French toast sticks, about 1 tablespoon on each; top with remaining sticks. Place in a greased 9-in. square baking pan. , Bake at 400° for 15-17 minutes or until golden brown. Meanwhile, in a blender, combine mixed fruit and orange juice; cover and process until smooth. Serve with French toast sticks. Garnish with strawberries if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 382 calories, Fat 21g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 481mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

CRUNCHY FRENCH TOAST STICKS



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 40m

Yield 36 sticks

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 large eggs
1/2 cup half-and-half
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 1/2 cups panko breadcrumbs
1 1/2 cups sweetened corn and oat cereal, such as Cap'n Crunch, crushed to fine crumbs
2 tablespoons salted butter, melted
12 slices Texas toast, each cut into 3 strips
Powdered sugar, for serving
Warm pancake syrup, for serving
Raspberries and blueberries, for serving

Steps:

  • Crack the eggs into a pie plate. Add the half-and-half, vanilla, 1/4 cup of the granulated sugar and 1/2 teaspoon of the cinnamon. Whisk lightly until combined; set aside.
  • In a separate pie plate, stir together the panko breadcrumbs, crushed cereal and remaining 1/4 cup granulated sugar and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon. Use a fork to stir in the melted butter so that the crumbs are slightly moist. Crack up at the madness that is in this dish, then set it aside.
  • One by one, quickly dunk the bread strips in the egg mixture, turning to coat. Then lay them in the dish with the crumb mixture, turning them over, sprinkling and pressing so the crumbs totally cover the surface. Place the sticks on a rack set in a baking sheet. Flash-freeze for 30 minutes to set the surface.
  • Transfer the sticks to zipper bags for storage in the freezer. I do smaller bags of 6 to 8 sticks each, but you can do larger batches if you prefer!
  • To bake them from frozen state, preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Line a pan with frozen sticks and bake until golden brown around the edges, 15 to 18 minutes. Sprinkle with powdered sugar. Serve with warm pancake syrup for dipping and fruit to make you feel good about life!

FRENCH TOAST STICKS



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I never liked French toast, but these sticks are the best. No need to have syrup or anything, they are good as-is.

Provided by cole332002

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     French Toast Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 large eggs
½ cup powdered sugar
¼ cup milk
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1 teaspoon brown sugar
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
6 slices white bread, cut into thirds
nonstick cooking spray

Steps:

  • Mix eggs, powdered sugar, milk, maple syrup, brown sugar, and cinnamon together in a bowl with a fork until well blended. Dip each bread stick into the egg mixture.
  • Coat a skillet with nonstick spray and heat over medium heat. Place sticks in the hot skillet and cook until brown, 2 to 3 minutes; turn over and cook until browned on other side, 2 to 3 minutes more. Repeat with the second batch.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 52.3 calories, Carbohydrate 9.7 g, Cholesterol 20.9 mg, Fat 0.9 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 66.2 mg, Sugar 5.5 g

FREEZER-PREP FRENCH TOAST STICKS RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: texas toast, eggs, milk, butter, vanilla, cinnamon, sugar, salt, cooking spray

Provided by Merle O'Neal

Categories     Breakfast

Yield 36 sticks

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 loaf texas toast
7 eggs
1 cup milk
3 tablespoons butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 teaspoon cinnamon
2 tablespoons sugar
salt, to taste
cooking spray

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (180˚C).
  • Spray a large baking sheet with cooking spray.
  • Stack and slice the Texas toast into thirds.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, butter, vanilla, cinnamon, salt, and sugar.
  • Dunk each strip of bread into the mixture, allow the excess to drip off, then place on prepared baking sheet. Repeat with remaining strips.
  • Bake for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway.
  • Remove from oven and serve.
  • NOTE: To freeze, let the sticks cool slightly and transfer baking sheet to freezer. Once frozen, after 1-2 hours, transfer to a freezer bag for easy storage.
  • To reheat, preheat oven to 350°F (180˚C) and bake for 10-15 minutes until heated through. OR transfer frozen sticks to a plate and microwave 45-60 seconds.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 34 calories, Carbohydrate 1 gram, Fat 2 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 1 gram, Sugar 0 grams

Tips:

  • Use a thick, crusty bread for your French toast sticks. This will help them hold their shape and absorb the custard mixture.
  • Cut the bread into 1-inch thick strips. This will ensure that they cook evenly.
  • Soak the bread strips in the custard mixture for at least 15 minutes. This will allow the bread to absorb the custard and become flavorful.
  • Cook the French toast sticks over medium heat. This will help them cook evenly without burning.
  • Serve the French toast sticks with your favorite toppings, such as butter, syrup, fruit, or whipped cream.

Conclusion:

Jazzing up French toast sticks is a great way to add some excitement to your breakfast or brunch menu. With a little creativity, you can create a variety of delicious and unique French toast sticks that your family and friends will love. So next time you're looking for a fun and easy breakfast or brunch recipe, give jazzed-up French toast sticks a try!

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