Made with just a few simple ingredients, these Air Fryer French Toast Sticks are ready in about 15 minutes. Dust with powdered sugar and serve with syrup on the side for a quick, crowd-pleasing breakfast or brunch.
Easy French Toast Sticks Recipe
We love French toast in many forms — from an overnight French toast casserole to strawberry roll-ups — and these air fryer French toast sticks might be the quickest yet. With minimal prep and only a handful of pantry staples, they become a fast family favorite for busy mornings or casual brunches.
Watch The Recipe Video!
If you prefer a visual guide, there’s a short video demonstrating the steps. These sticks are simple enough for a weekday breakfast but tasty enough for a brunch spread or breakfast-for-dinner. Serve with maple syrup for dipping and enjoy.
Why You’ll Love This Air Fryer Recipe
These homemade French toast sticks are designed to be fast, simple, and satisfying. Key benefits:
- Fast and easy: From start to finish takes about 15 minutes.
- Minimal ingredients: Only six basic ingredients that are likely already in your kitchen.
- Versatile: Great for breakfast, brunch, or even breakfast for dinner.
What You’ll Need
This recipe uses a handful of everyday ingredients. Double-check quantities in the recipe card below if you need exact amounts.
- Bread – brioche is ideal, but sourdough, French bread, or white bread will work.
- Eggs
- Milk – whole milk gives the richest result, but 2% or skim is fine.
- Sugar & cinnamon – for that classic cinnamon-sugar flavor.
- Vanilla extract
- Salt
Best Bread for French Toast Sticks
Brioche is my top pick because it holds the custard without becoming soggy and adds a pleasant sweetness. Slightly stale bread absorbs the custard better than very fresh bread, which can become too soft. If you don’t have brioche, use a sturdier loaf like sourdough or French bread.
How to Make Air Fryer French Toast Sticks
Follow these straightforward steps to make French toast sticks in the air fryer. Total time is short and the method is simple.
- Slice the bread: Cut each slice into thirds to form sticks.
- Mix the custard: Whisk together eggs, milk, sugar, cinnamon, vanilla, and a pinch of salt.
- Dip briefly: Dip each bread piece into the mixture for 10–15 seconds so it’s coated but not saturated.
- Air fry: Preheat the air fryer to 375°F. Spray the basket lightly with non-stick spray and arrange sticks without crowding. Air fry for about 5 minutes, until golden. Cook remaining batches the same way.
- Serve: Dust with powdered sugar and serve hot with syrup for dipping.
Tips for Success
Small adjustments make a big difference. Keep these tips in mind for the best texture and flavor.
- Don’t over-soak: Dip bread briefly so it absorbs just enough custard without getting mushy.
- Avoid crowding: Give each stick room in the air fryer so hot air can circulate and crisp all sides.
- Keep warm: If cooking multiple batches, keep finished sticks warm on a baking sheet in a low oven until ready to serve.
Why Are My French Toast Sticks Soggy?
Common causes of soggy French toast sticks and how to fix them:
- The bread absorbed too much custard — dip for a shorter time.
- Freshly baked bread was used — try day-old or slightly stale bread for better structure.
- They weren’t cooked long enough — increase the air-fry time by a minute or two if needed.
What to Serve with Air Fryer French Toast Sticks
Classic accompaniments are powdered sugar and maple syrup. For a more substantial plate, add breakfast sausage, bacon, or a couple of eggs. For a sweeter treat, top with whipped cream and fresh berries.
How to Store & Reheat Leftovers
- Fridge: Store leftover sticks in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Reheat: Reheat in the air fryer for best crispness, or microwave for a quicker option (the texture will be softer).
More Easy Breakfast Recipes:
- Sausage Gravy and Biscuits
- Chocolate Chip Banana Bread
- Mini Pancake Muffins
- Breakfast Sliders
Air Fryer French Toast Sticks
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Ingredients
- 8 Slices Brioche Bread
- 3 Large Eggs
- ½ Cup Whole Milk
- 1 Tablespoon Granulated White Sugar
- 1 Teaspoon Cinnamon
- ½ Teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- Pinch Salt
Instructions
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Cut each slice of brioche into thirds.
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In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, sugar, cinnamon, vanilla, and salt until combined.
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Preheat the air fryer to 375°F and spray the basket with non-stick spray.
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Working in batches, dip each bread piece into the egg mixture for 10–15 seconds, then place in the air fryer without letting the pieces touch.
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Air fry for about 5 minutes until golden, then repeat with remaining bread.
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Serve hot with maple syrup and powdered sugar. Enjoy!
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