Easy French Toast Sticks Freezer Friendly

French Toast Sticks

My kids love having a range of easy toddler breakfasts throughout the week, and since I actually don’t love cooking every day, having a stash of French Toast Sticks on hand in the fridge or freezer is a genius option to keep everyone happy. I can make a batch (or two) whenever I have time, then stash them to reheat for breakfast. This recipe is so flexible since you can vary the flavor—classic, Cinnamon-Sugar, Banana, and Apple are all options—and you can cook them three ways according to your preference. This recipe works on the stove top, or you can make Baked French Toast or Air Fryer French Toast. So easy! (You may also like Banana French Toast Sticks, French Toast Casserole, Oven-Baked French Toast, and Air Fryer French Toast.

Ingredients You Need

Here’s a look at the ingredients you need to make this toddler breakfast recipe so you know what to pick up at the store and have on hand. Sign up for our email updates to get tips and ideas sent to your inbox.

Wheat bread: Sandwich or loaf, or you can use another type you like. They work better with a bread that’s a little sturdier than a plain white sandwich bread. Eggs: They add richness to the batter. Milk: You can use whole dairy milk or any other milk you like. Vanilla extract: This adds lovely flavor to this French toast recipe. Unsalted butter: Butter helps the French Toast Sticks brown in the pan without sticking. Maple syrup and diced fruit for serving.

Ingredient Substitutions

To make them egg-free, you can replace the eggs with mashed banana or sweet potato. To make them dairy-free, use nondairy-milk. To make gluten-free, use a sturdy gluten-free bread.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Here’s a look at how to make this recipe so you know what to expect. Scroll down to the end of the post for the full information.

How to Store

Store leftover French Toast Sticks in an airtight storage container in the fridge for up to 5 days or place into a freezer bag and remove as much air as possible. Freeze for up to 6 months. Pop into toaster (from the fridge or freezer) to warm through, or you can warm up on a heat-safe plate in 15-to 30-second increments in the microwave.

Best Tips for Success

Banana French Toast Sticks: Replace 1 egg with ¼ cup mashed ripe banana. Apple French Toast Sticks: Replace 1 egg with ¼ cup applesauce. Cinnamon-Sugar French Toast Sticks: Stir together 1 tablespoon sugar and 1 teaspoon cinnamon in a small bowl. Sprinkle over sticks as soon as they’re finished cooking. Egg-free: Use the banana or apple version above and use ½ cup of either to replace the eggs. Dairy-free: Use a favorite nondairy milk. Offer as a baby-led weaning breakfast or for older kids to pick up and dip as they like.

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