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    Hungry Healthy Happy » Recipes » Breakfast

    Air Fryer French Toast Sticks

    Published: Jan 19, 2023 by Dannii · This post may contain affiliate links · 13 Comments

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    Air Fryer French Toast with a text title overlay.

    You can cook the most delicious French toast sticks in the air fryer in minutes, with no need to fry it in oil or butter. Air Fryer French Toast is a quick and easy breakfast that the whole family will love.

    Sugar topped french toast on a board with strawberries and raspberries.

    Minimal prep time goes into making French toast sticks in the air fryer. They cook quickly and they have the perfect texture. Making breakfast in the air fryer is so handy, because it's quick and easy with minimal mess. Air Fryer French Toast Sticks are one of our favourite air fryer breakfast recipes.

    Cutting them into sticks is perfect for little hands to hold and they are easy to transport for breakfast on the go.

    If you are looking for more breakfast on the go recipes, then why not try our Make Ahead Smoothie Packs, Ham and Cheese Croissants, Breakfast Burritos, or No Bake Granola Bars?

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    • Why you will love it
    • Ingredients and substitutions
    • How to make air fryer French toast - Step by step
    • Air Fryer French Toast Toppings
    • Storage
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • Extra tips
    • More bread recipes
    • Recipe
    • Feedback

    Why you will love it

    • Tastes far more indulgent than it is - Using the air fryer is a much healthier option, as you don't need to cook it in any butter or oil.
    • Quick and easy - Ready in just 10 minutes
    • Just a few ingredients - You probably already have in your kitchen
    • Easy to customise - You could even make a chocolate version of this.
    • Kids love it - A really easy win for a family friendly breakfast.

    Ingredients and substitutions

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    • Bread - We used standard white sliced bread, as that's what we had in. However, traditionally, French toast would be made with sliced brioche, as it's sweet and soaks up the mixture really well.
    • Egg - This makes up the majority of the mixture that the bread is dipped into. It helps the air fryer French toast get nice and crispy.
    • Milk - You can use any type of milk here. We used whole milk.
    • Butter - You could leave this out, but we feel this really gives something extra to French toast in the air fryer and makes them a little more special for a weekend breakfast.
    • Maple syrup - This sweetens them. You could use honey instead.
    • Vanilla - This adds a warmth and helps to bring out the sweetness.
    • Cinnamon - A must flavour in French toast in our opinion.

    A full ingredients list with measurements is in the recipe card below.

    How to make air fryer French toast - Step by step

    One: In a mixing bowl add the butter, milk, maple syrup, vanilla (a), egg, and cinnamon (b). Mix well to combine everything (c).

    Three shot collage of egg, milk vanilla, maple syrup, butter and cinnamon in a bowl, then all mixed together.

    Two: Slice the bread into sticks and soak them in the mixture.

    Soaked slices of bread on a white plate.

    Three: Put the soaked bread into your air fryer, leaving room between the pieces. You may have to cook in batches depending on the size of your air fryer.

    Four soaked bread sticks in an air fryer basket.

    Four: Cook at 180°C for 9 minutes, turning halfway through.

    Cooked French toast in an air fryer.

    Air Fryer French Toast Toppings

    What is French toast without the toppings? Boring, that's what! Here is where you can get really creative. We served ours with a dusting of cinnamon sugar, but you could use powdered sugar (icing sugar) instead.

    We loaded ours with a mixture of fresh berries, however you could just go with some slices of banana, or go a tropical route with some grilled pineapple and mango. Add a splash of rum and you have yourself a party. Maybe not for breakfast though!

    You could add some creaminess with a dollop of fat free Greek yogurt. You would usually get some kind of cream with traditional French toast, so whipped cream would work.

    Slices of French toast topped with cinnamon and sugar.

    Storage

    Store: If you cooked too much and have some leftover (what a great problem to have), then it will keep well in an air tight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

    Freeze: You can freeze French toast sticks really well. Once cooled, put in a freezer bag and they will keep for up to 3 months.

    Reheat: You can reheat these in the microwave for 30 seconds, or the air fryer for 1 minute. To reheat from frozen, they will take about 4 minutes, flipped half way.

    French toast on a board with berries, cinnamon sugar and some maple syrup.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Why cook French toast in the air fryer?

    Because of having to cook them in batches, you might be wondering why bother cooking french toast in the air fryer. Well, we think this recipe is perfect for French toast for one, if you scale the recipe down. Also, we prepare the recipe and then cook in batches as everyone comes down the stairs having gotten ready for the day.

    How long do you cook French toast in the air fryer?

    It will depend on the air fryer, and how you like yours cooked. Ours took 9 minutes, however I would check it after 5.

    Is air fryer French toast gluten free?

    The only change you need to make to make this gluten free is to swap the bread for your favourite gluten free variety. Everything else is naturally gluten free. Make sure that you are using pure maple syrup though, and not the fake stuff.

    What's the secret to really good French toast?

    The secret to really good French toast is the bread you use, and making sure that it is a couple days old so it doesn't go too soggy. Also, adding some extra flavours helps to liven it up a bit. We went with warming flavours like orange, cinnamon and nutmeg.

    How to make vegan air fryer French toast

    Simply leave out the eggs and add a tablespoon of chia seeds to the milk and rest of the ingredients. You would need to use a plant based milk like almond or coconut and make sure that your bread is vegan friendly.

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    Extra tips

    • Make sure the French toast sticks are not touching in the air fryer.
    • You can put a layer of baking paper (parchment paper) that is suitable for the air fryer or an air fryer silicone mat in your air fryer if your basket is not non stick. Don't do this whilst your air fryer is pre-heating (if required).
    • Don't over soak the bread, as it will start to fall apart otherwise.

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    If you’ve tried this air fryer French toast recipe, let us know how you got on in the comments below.
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    Recipe

    Air Fryer French Toast on a wooden serving board.

    Air Fryer French Toast Sticks

    By: Dannii
    You can cook French toast sticks in the air fryer in minutes, with no need to fry in oil or butter. Air Fryer French Toast is a quick and easy breakfast.
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    4.87 from 15 votes
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    Course: Breakfast
    Cuisine: American, French, Italian
    Prep: 5 minutes mins
    Cook: 9 minutes mins
    Total: 14 minutes mins
    Servings: 2 servings
    Calories: 279kcal
    Allergens:
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    Ingredients

    • 2 slice White bread - thick
    • 1 Egg
    • 2 tablespoon Maple syrup
    • 2 tablespoon Whole milk
    • 2 tablespoon Butter - melted
    • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
    • 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract

    Instructions

    • In a mixing bowl add the butter, milk, maple syrup, vanilla, egg, and cinnamon.
    • Mix well to combine everything.
    • Slice the bread into sticks and soak them in the mixture.
    • Put the soaked bread into your air fryer, leaving room between the pieces. You may have to cook in batches depending on the size of your air fryer.
    • Cook at 180°C for 9 minutes, turning halfway through.

    Notes

    • Make sure the French toast sticks are not touching in the air fryer.
    • You can put a layer of baking paper (parchment paper) that is suitable for the air fryer or an air fryer silicone mat in your air fryer if your basket is not non stick. Don't do this whilst your air fryer is pre-heating (if required).
    • Don't over soak the bread, as it will start to fall apart otherwise.

    Nutritional Information

    Serving: 1portion | Calories: 279kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 114mg | Sodium: 263mg | Potassium: 148mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 502IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 102mg | Iron: 2mg
    DisclaimerThe nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but we have endeavoured to be as accurate as possible.

     

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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Mark Kenneth

      February 12, 2023 at 6:43 pm

      3 stars
      Worth a try but I’ll be sticking to regular French toast. Quicker and simpler, with better flavour.

      Reply
      • Dannii

        February 20, 2023 at 2:08 pm

        Air frying will never give you the same flavour, however for people that only have access to an air fryer it is a good option. It also uses less energy than cooking on gas.

        Reply
    2. Shadi Hasanzadenemati

      January 27, 2023 at 4:11 pm

      5 stars
      Love how easy this recipe is. Can’t wait to try it this weekend. thank you for the recipe!

      Reply
    3. Savita

      January 27, 2023 at 4:10 pm

      5 stars
      I never tried air fryer french toast, definitely going to try this week.

      Reply
    4. Katherine

      January 27, 2023 at 2:25 pm

      5 stars
      These French toast sticks make such a great brunch!

      Reply
    5. Amanda Wren-Grimwood

      January 27, 2023 at 11:40 am

      5 stars
      So crispy and tasty - perfect for a weekend breakfast treat.

      Reply
    6. Ieva

      January 27, 2023 at 9:48 am

      5 stars
      The best! So simple, so delicious, and most importantly, no refined sugar! Love them!

      Reply
    7. Toni

      January 26, 2023 at 2:33 pm

      5 stars
      Oh, my kids really enjoyed these!! Thanks so much for the recipe!

      Reply
    8. Gloria

      January 26, 2023 at 2:17 pm

      5 stars
      French toast is always a hit. This is the perfect size for a brunch buffet. My grandkids are going to love it.

      Reply
    9. Tara

      January 26, 2023 at 1:12 pm

      5 stars
      Oooh, these French toast sticks look so good! I love all that flavor and how easily they come together in the air fryer.

      Reply
    10. Ned

      January 26, 2023 at 1:00 pm

      5 stars
      Mmmmm, I loved this french toast and so did my kids! Made it for them on Saturday morning and it kicked off the weekend right!

      Reply
    11. Beth Sachs

      January 26, 2023 at 12:09 pm

      5 stars
      The kids love this easy air fryer breakfast at the weekend.

      Reply
    12. Alexa

      January 25, 2023 at 4:09 pm

      5 stars
      Just made these - OMW - too good for words, none left over to freeze ( ha ! ) 10* yum

      Reply

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