When I can get really excited about a recipe, it’s a GOOD day. Some recipes are more special than others and these feel the most special. Like so many of us, I grew up eating the frozen French toast sticks mom brought home from the store. Of course, my brothers and I loved them. All we did was pop them in the microwave and eat them with a small side of maple syrup. Well, we probably should’ve just called it sugar syrup since Aunt Jemima (our brand of choice) has 8 teaspoons of sugar per serving – wow! Back then we thought they were delicious. But now, in comparison, to these homemade French toast sticks, I think they were more like soft cardboard dipped in sugar. But I love my memories! I vividly remember loving French toast stick mornings. We even did them as the occasional afternoon snack as well. We all know I love to take something retro and make it homemade. French toast sticks have been top of my list for a while. And now that it’s fall, I had to give them a fall twist. Apple butter is the most perfect sweet way to flavor these. I’m so excited to bring this recipe to your kitchens this weekend!
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Step 1: the bread I used two loaves of brioche bread, but honestly, any bread will work. I do recommend something softer though. Slice each piece of bread into 1-inch thick bread sticks. Step 2: brown the butter and make the batter For even more flavor, I brown the butter to give it a really nutty, toasted flavor. Adding in even more fall-like, cozy, deliciousness. Mix the brown butter with milk, eggs, apple butter, and vanilla. I love to use my homemade apple butter, but of course, store-bought works too. Step 3: dip, dunk, and coat in batter Take each breadstick and dredge it through the egg batter, then place it on a baking sheet. Try to use most of the egg batter as this contains ALL of the yummy flavors. Now, mix sugar and cinnamon together and sprinkle it over the sticks. If you prefer less sweet sticks, simply omit this step. Step 4: bake and eat Bake these up, then you must serve them warm with a side of real maple syrup. I recommend skipping the Aunt Jemima this time around, we know better. There’s nothing better than warm French toast with a smear of salty butter and a pour of maple syrup. “Ummmy”, said in my very best Oslo voice! Looking for other fall recipes? Here are a few ideas: Fluffy Pumpkin Butter Chocolate Chip Pancakes Cream Cheese Swirled Cinnamon Pumpkin Butter Bread 6 Ingredient Spiced Pumpkin Butter Spiced Pumpkin Maple Latte Cream Cheese Swirled Brown Sugar Pumpkin Coffee Cake Chai Pumpkin Cake with Maple Browned Butter Frosting Pumpkin Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies Cinnamon Swirl Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Butter Bread Pumpkin Coffee Cake Muffins Lastly, if you make these Apple Butter Cinnamon French Toast Sticks, be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! Above all, I love to hear from you guys and always do my best to respond to each and every comment. And of course, if you do make this recipe, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram! Looking through the photos of recipes you all have made is my favorite!
