Easy Air Fryer French Toast Sticks Recipe

Cover image about air fryer
20 min
190°C | 375°F
4 people
Easy

Ingredients

  • 6 slices thick bread (Notes: Brioche, Texas toast, or challah recommended)
  • 3 large eggs
  • 0.33 cup milk (Notes: can use whole, skim, or plant-based milk)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar
  • powdered sugar (Notes: for serving)
  • maple syrup (Notes: for serving)

Instructions

  1. 1
    Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
  2. 2
    Cut the bread slices into thirds to make sticks.
  3. 3
    In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and sugar until well combined.
  4. 4
    Dip each bread stick into the egg mixture, ensuring both sides are coated but not soaked.
  5. 5
    Place the coated sticks in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
  6. 6
    Air fry for 5-6 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown.
  7. 7
    Serve warm with powdered sugar and maple syrup.

Tips & Variations:

  • Use day-old bread for better texture.
  • Don't oversoak the bread to prevent it from falling apart.
  • These can be frozen for up to 3 months.

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