Air fryer gluten-free french toast sticks are simple to make and are easy for little hands to enjoy! Made with gluten-free bread combined with eggs, milk, and vanilla.
Our French toast sticks recipe turns any weekday breakfast or weekend brunch into a meal to remember. Serve with butter and maple syrup or opt for any other delicious topping (suggestions shared below!).
For more gluten-free breakfast favorites, check out Dairy Free Waffles, Almond Milk Pancakes, Dairy Free Breakfast Casserole and Avocado Toast For Kids.
These French toast sticks are crispy on the outside with a soft and moist inside. The perfect balance!
Learn how to make French toast sticks in just a few simple steps with minimal ingredients. Then, top with all your favorites. Everything from fresh berries to maple syrup, honey to powdered sugar, you can make this recipe your own.
If on the search for more gluten free French toast recipes, we know you’ll have fun making Gluten Free French Toast, Make-Ahead French Toast Casserole and French Toast Muffins.
To get started, gather the equipment and ingredients then follow the written instructions or printable recipe card. Enjoy!
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 slices gluten-free thick bread
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract ✅
Gluten-Free Guide: If you’re new to eating gluten-free we understand it’s overwhelming trying to figure out which foods may contain gluten and which ones don’t. All of our gluten-free recipes marked with this symbol ✅ represent foods that need to be checked for gluten.
How To Make
- Place the bread onto a cutting board and carefully cut into wide strips. Place into a large shallow bowl.
- In a mixing bowl with a spout, whisk together the milk, egg, and vanilla. Pour over the prepared bread, turning to fully coat.
- Let the bread sit in the milk mixture for at least 10 minutes – 30 minutes.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F. Place the French toast strips onto the air fryer tray. Cook for 3 minutes, flip, then cook for an additional 3 minutes or until golden brown.
- Serve hot with maple syrup and fresh fruit.
French Toast Topping Suggestions
- Maple syrup
- Butter
- Powdered sugar
- Fresh berries
- Banana slices
- Honey
- Caramelized peaches
- Toasted pecans or walnuts
- Chopped apples
- Cocoa powder
- Chocolate drizzle
- Jelly or jam
- Cinnamon
What To Serve With French Toast
Along with French toast, we look forward to making Fruit Salad With Watermelon, Over Hard Eggs, Turkey Bacon in the Oven and Frozen Hashbrowns to serve with this recipe.
Other breakfast recipes to consider serving with French toast include Homemade Boil In the Bag Omelets, Hash Brown Egg Cups, Banana Overnight Oats, Gluten Free Breakfast Muffins, Blueberry Spinach Smoothie and Gluten Free Banana Muffins.
We also encourage you to feature this recipe not only at breakfast but dinner! It’ll be an excellent meal the next time your family is craving breakfast for dinner.
Tips and Tricks
- Choose the right bread: Use thick slices of gluten-free bread for the best results. Sturdy bread will hold up better in the air fryer and give you a nice crispy exterior.
- Let the bread soak: Allowing the bread to soak in the milk mixture for at least 10-30 minutes is essential. This ensures that the bread absorbs the liquid, resulting in a moist and flavorful French toast.
- Whisk the liquid mixture well: Make sure to whisk together the milk, egg, and vanilla extract thoroughly. This helps create a uniform coating on the bread and ensures even flavor distribution.
- Preheat the air fryer: Preheating your air fryer to 375°F is crucial for even cooking and browning. Just like with an oven or stovetop, preheating ensures that the French toast starts cooking as soon as it’s placed in the air fryer.
- Arrange the strips evenly: Lay out the prepared French toast strips on the air fryer tray in a single layer, ensuring they don’t overlap. This allows hot air to circulate around each piece, resulting in even cooking.
- Flip halfway through: To achieve a uniform golden brown color and crispiness on both sides, flip the French toast strips after 3 minutes of cooking. Be gentle when flipping to avoid breaking them.
- Check for doneness: Keep an eye on the French toast as it cooks. Depending on your air fryer model and the thickness of your bread, it may take slightly more or less time to cook. Adjust the cooking time as needed to achieve your desired level of crispiness and browning.
- Serve hot: Air fryer French toast is best enjoyed immediately after cooking while it’s hot and crispy. Serve it with your favorite toppings, such as maple syrup and fresh fruit, for a delicious breakfast treat.
Frequently Asked Questions
Only 6 minutes, flipping the French toast halfway to crisp each side. Add an additional 2 minutes to the cooking time if you prefer extra crispy French toast.
If the sticks are soggy after air frying, you likely oversoak the bread. Do not let the sticks sit in the milk mixture for more than 30 minutes.
A gluten free brioche, sourdough or French bread are going to be the top best options because of the thickness and crusty exterior.
Store leftover French toast sticks in the fridge for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months once completely cooled.
Reheat in a preheated air fryer or in the microwave in 15-second intervals until hot.
Kids In The Kitchen
Cooking tips and suggestions for kids making this recipe.
- You want to cut the bread into wide stripes (width of 2-3 fingers) for French toast.
- Use almond, oat, coconut or soy milk to turn this recipe dairy free.
- Try dipping the sticks in maple syrup instead of drizzling on the top for a fun change.
- Wash any fresh fruit prior to tossing on the top of French toast.
Storage Instructions
- Cooling: Allow the cooked French toast to cool down to room temperature before storing it. This helps prevent excess moisture from being trapped, which can make the French toast soggy.
- Refrigeration: If you plan to eat the leftover French toast within a day or two, you can store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Place parchment paper or wax paper between each slice to prevent them from sticking together.
- Freezing: For longer-term storage, you can freeze air fryer French toast. Wrap each slice individually in plastic wrap or aluminum foil to prevent freezer burn. Then, place the wrapped slices in an airtight container or a freezer-safe bag. Label with the date to keep track of freshness.
- To Reheat: When you’re ready to enjoy your stored French toast, you have a few options:
- Refrigerated French Toast: Reheat in a toaster or toaster oven until warmed through and crisp, or microwave for a shorter period to prevent sogginess. You can also briefly reheat it in the air fryer for a few minutes to regain some of its crispiness.
- Frozen French Toast: If the French toast is frozen, you can reheat it directly from the freezer. Preheat your oven to around 350°F (175°C), place the frozen slices on a baking sheet, and bake for 10-15 minutes, flipping once, until heated through and crispy. You can also use an air fryer for this purpose.
Remember that reheated French toast may not be as crisp as when it’s freshly made, but it can still be quite tasty. Enjoy your air fryer French toast within a reasonable time frame to ensure the best quality.
Even More Breakfast Recipes
- Camping Breakfast Burrito
- Gluten Free Breakfast Sandwich
- Peanut Butter Overnight Oats
- DIY Instant Oatmeal Packets
- Apple Cinnamon Pancake Recipe
- Gluten Free Pumpkin Pancakes
- Cowboy Breakfast Skillet
- Gluten-Free Apple Cider Donut Holes
- Dairy Free Quiche
CKC Features both Gluten-Free Guidance and Kids Cooking Instructions: If you’re new to eating gluten-free we understand it’s overwhelming trying to figure out which foods may contain gluten and which ones don’t. All of our gluten-free recipes marked with this symbol ✅ represent foods that need to be checked for gluten or cross-contamination.
The ⭐️ symbol in the recipe below denotes the steps in which kid cooks may need a helper (depending on age). If there is no ⭐️ symbol, that step (or recipe) doesn’t require a helper.
Gluten-Free French Toast Sticks Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 slices gluten-free thick bread
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract ✅
Instructions
- ⭐️Prep the bread. Place the bread onto a cutting board and carefully cut into wide strips. Place into a large shallow bowl.4 slices gluten-free thick bread
- Whisk the liquid ingredients. In a mixing bowl with a spout, whisk together the milk, egg, and vanilla. Pour over the prepared bread, turning to fully coat. Let the bread sit in the milk mixture for at least 10 minutes – 30 minutes.1/4 cup milk, 1 large egg, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ⭐️Air fry the french toast. Preheat the air fryer to 375°F. Place the french toast strips onto the air fryer tray. Cook for 3 minutes, flip, then cook for an additional 3 minutes or until golden brown.
- Serve. Serve hot with maple syrup and fresh fruit.
Notes
Tips
- Flip halfway through cooking to crisp each side
- Do not let the sticks sit in the milk mixture for more than 30 minutes or the sticks may be soggy once air fried.
- Use oat, coconut, soy or almond milk to turn this recipe dairy free
Storage Instructions
Store leftover French toast sticks in the fridge for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months once completely cooled.Reheating Instructions
Reheat in a preheated air fryer or in the microwave in 15-second intervals until hot. CKC Features both Gluten-Free Guidance and Kids Cooking Instructions: If you’re new to eating gluten-free we understand it’s overwhelming trying to figure out which foods may contain gluten and which ones don’t. All of our gluten-free recipes marked with this symbol ✅ represent foods that need to be checked for gluten or cross-contamination. The ⭐️ symbol in the recipe below denotes the steps in which kid cooks may need a helper (depending on age). If there is no ⭐️ symbol, that step (or recipe) doesn’t require a helper.Nutrition
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