How to Make the Perfect Soft French Toast Strips
American · Easy · 13 min · 4 servings
These soft and lightly sweetened French toast strips are cut into perfect toddler-sized pieces for easy self-feeding and dipping. They are made with whole grain bread for added nutrition and a boost of fiber to support digestive health.
Why this recipe works
This Soft French Toast Strips recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 13 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 195 calories with 8g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 6 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 4 slices whole grain sandwich bread slightly stale
- 2 whole eggs
- 0.25 cup whole milk
- 0.25 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Prepare the egg batter
In a shallow bowl whisk together the eggs, whole milk, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until well combined and smooth. The mixture should be uniform with no streaks of egg white remaining.
Step 2: Soak the bread
Dip each slice of bread into the egg mixture for about 20 to 30 seconds per side allowing the bread to fully absorb the custard mixture without falling apart. Slightly stale bread works better because it absorbs without becoming too soggy.
Step 3: Cook the French toast
Melt the butter in a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat. Cook each soaked slice for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden brown on both sides and cooked through with no raw egg remaining in the center.
Step 4: Slice into strips and serve
Transfer the cooked French toast to a cutting board and slice each piece into 3 to 4 strips approximately finger-width in size. Allow to cool for 2 minutes and serve with a small amount of unsweetened applesauce or mashed berry for dipping.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- whole milk → unsweetened coconut milk which makes these suitable for dairy-sensitive toddlers
- whole grain bread → brioche bread which creates an even softer and more luxurious texture that many toddlers prefer
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Cooking on heat that is too high which burns the outside of the French toast while the egg mixture inside remains raw and undercooked
- Not cutting the strips thin enough because strips that are too wide are harder for small toddler hands to grasp and bring to their mouths
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 195 calories, 8g protein, 24g carbs, 7g fat, 2g fiber.
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