These easy air fryer french toast sticks are made without eggs ! Sticks of bread are dipped in an instant custard mix, air fried then tossed in sugar and cinnamon.

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This is the best french toast stick recipe and is a quick alternative to traditional french toast! You can achieve the most delicious french toast sticks with the right amount of crispness with crispy edges and a creamy soft inside.

You can also make these ahead of time, freeze them then enjoy them for a quick breakfast on busy mornings!

I love making desserts and sweet dishes in the air fryer such as this Vegan Burnt Basque Cheesecake and Air Fryer Grilled Pineapple !

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Ingredients

White bread – stale bread holds the custard better. I used 2 day old bread.

I went for a whole loaf rather than one already slices. This is so I could cut the bread slices to the thickness I wanted. Texas toast is usually thickly cut.

Usually, brioche bread is used but as I want to keep the recipe egg free, I went with white bread which still worked wonderfully.

Use any other leftover bread to make Bread Sauce

Instant custard powder – you can easily find instant custard powder in most home baking sections of supermarkets. This way, you can make an egg free custard which works the same way. Birds is one such brand.

Milk and cream – I used whole milk and heavy cream which helps make the custard mixture thicker

Vanilla extract

For serving:

Sugar – you can use white or brown sugar. I used granulated sugar but you can use confectioners’ sugar (icing sugar) too.

Cinnamon powder – to make the cinnamon-sugar mixture

Melted butter – I found that brushing over a little melted butter whilst the bread sticks are still hot helps the sugar to coat even better

Maple syrup

Pro Tips

Type of bread – Stale bread is the best kind of bread as it holds well after being dipped in the custard

Custard consistency – For best results to dip bread, you’re looking for a consistency that is runnier than custard – I’d go for a heavy cream consistency

Place sticks with a little gap so that the air can circulate all edges.

Cooking times – times and temperatures can vary based on your air fryer model and size of your french toast sticks.

Serve straight away – Enjoy your air fryer french toast sticks immediately for the best results – they can become more chewy over time.

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How to make French Toast Sticks in the Air Fryer

In a shallow bowl, whisk custard powder, milk and cream and vanilla extract until smooth.

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Slice the bread into 1 inch thick slices then slice further into equal sticks.

Spray the basket of your air fryer with cooking oil spray or brush on the oil.

Dunk the french toast stick into the custard mixture and place in the air fryer basket in a single layer

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Air Fry at 200 C or 400 degrees f for 10 minutes or until golden brown, flipping over at the half way mark

Brush over melted butter and roll into the cinnamon sugar mixture

Serve immediately.

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How to Air Fry Frozen French Toast Sticks

Instead of making homemade french toast sticks, you can simply pop frozen ones into the air fryer for an easy breakfast option.

Place the sticks in the air fryer basket and air fryer at 400 F or 200C for around 3-4 minutes or until hot through.

Serving Suggestions

Maple syrup is a winning combination but you can experiment with different dips

  • Salted caramel dip
  • Coconut syrup
  • warmed peanut butter

Fresh fruit such as strawberries, raspberries and blueberries add a pop of colour and flavour.

A scoop of vanilla ice cream would also taste great!

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Storage

French toast sticks are best enjoyed immediately, however, you can store leftovers in an airtight container. Reheat for a minute or so in the oven or air fryer to enjoy them later.

To freeze for later, layer the sticks in parchment paper and freeze in a freezer safe container for up to 1 month. Reheat in the oven or air fryer until hot through. The texture may change due to the freezing process.

Other Eggless Air Fryer Recipes

Puff Pastry Apple Tart

Breaded Mushrooms

Orange Cranberry Scones

Toasted Ravioli

Mille Feuille Recipe

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Air Fryer French Toast Sticks

Equipment

  • 1 Bowl
  • 1 Whisk
  • 1 Air fryer

Ingredients

  • 4 slices bread thick
  • ¼ cup custard powder instant
  • ¼ cup cream single
  • ¼ cup milk
  • ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoon butter optional
  • 2 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon powder

Serve with

  • strawberries optional
  • maple syrup optional

Instructions

  • In a shallow bowl, whisk custard powder, milk and cream and vanilla extract until smooth.
  • Slice the bread into 1 inch thick slices then slice further into equal sticks.
  • Spray the basket of your air fryer with cooking oil spray or brush on the oil.
  • Dunk the french toast stick into the custard mixture and place in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  • Air Fry at 200 C or 400 degrees f for 10 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Brush over melted butter and roll into the cinnamon sugar mixture
  • Serve immediately.

Video

Notes

Nutrition

PLEASE NOTE: Nutritional values are estimated by a computer and may vary based on ingredients and portion sizes. For personalised dietary advice, please consult a qualified healthcare professional.

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Air Fryer French Toast Sticks

Equipment

  • 1 Bowl
  • 1 Whisk
  • 1 Air fryer

Ingredients

  • 4 slices bread thick
  • ¼ cup custard powder instant
  • ¼ cup cream single
  • ¼ cup milk
  • ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoon butter optional
  • 2 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon powder

Serve with

  • strawberries optional
  • maple syrup optional

Instructions

  • In a shallow bowl, whisk custard powder, milk and cream and vanilla extract until smooth.
  • Slice the bread into 1 inch thick slices then slice further into equal sticks.
  • Spray the basket of your air fryer with cooking oil spray or brush on the oil.
  • Dunk the french toast stick into the custard mixture and place in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  • Air Fry at 200 C or 400 degrees f for 10 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Brush over melted butter and roll into the cinnamon sugar mixture
  • Serve immediately.

Video

Notes

Nutrition

PLEASE NOTE: Nutritional values are estimated by a computer and may vary based on ingredients and portion sizes. For personalised dietary advice, please consult a qualified healthcare professional.

Switch up your morning cup of coffee with this Coconut Milk Coffee that is made with 3 main ingredients.

Optionally drizzle over this 2 ingredient homemade coconut syrup which is a bit like the vegan version of condensed milk!

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  • Why you will love this coffee recipe
  • Coconut Milk Coffee Ingredients:
  • How to make Iced Coconut Milk Coffee
  • How to make warm Coconut Latte
  • Different ways to froth coffee
  • Storage
  • Other Drink Recipes

This coconut milk latte is about to become your next coffee obsession! It is super creamy, indulgent and has a gorgeous coffee flavour.

I’ve been brewing up this Iced Coffee with Ice Cream and Starbucks Pistachio Latte non stop but wanted to try out a plant based version! I went with coconut milk as I adore coconut flavors but honestly, you could substitute in any non-dairy milk!

I make mine super quickly using instant coffee but it is just as quick using brewed coffee if that is what you prefer.

There are so many delicious ways to enjoy coconut coffee! I’ve given you the option of iced vs hot, frothy vs no froth, and different coffee types!

Why you will love this coffee recipe

Totally vegan – coconut milk is dairy free and plant based

Made with simple ingredients

​Ready within 5 minutes

Can be made iced or hot.

​Fraction of the cost of store-bought coffee.

It is flavour rich

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Coconut Milk Coffee Ingredients:

​Coffee

Either use instant coffee

Or prepare an espresso using coffee beans or ground coffee – use a french press or coffee machine

Or prepare cold brew coffee

Sugar – I’ve gone with white sugar, but you can use brown sugar or coconut sugar

Coconut milk

You can use canned coconut milk, coconut cream or coconut milk from a carton. The type of coconut milk you use depends on what consistency you want. For a thicker consistency, full-fat coconut milk or coconut cream is best due to its higher fat content. You will need to thin out the coffee if using only coconut cream with water or coconut water.

If you don’t want to use coconut milk, use soy milk, oat milk or almond milk

Ice cubes – optional. To get the coffee cold and creamy, you could also use coffee ice cream

Vanilla extract goes wonderfully if you go for a hot coffee.

How to make Iced Coconut Milk Coffee

  1. Prepare coffee of choice

  2. Pour over chilled coconut milk and ice cubes

  3. Drizzle over extra coconut syrup if you wish

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How to make warm Coconut Latte

To make this delicious latte hot, warm the coconut milk in a saucepan or microwave before pouring over the prepared coffee.

Different ways to froth coffee

  1. If using instant coffee, you can froth the instant coffee granules with sugar and warm water using a handheld frother directly into your serving glass. Then, simply pour in coconut milk – either warm or chilled with extra ice. See this version in the video in the recipe card .
  2. If using a brewed coffee from a espresso machine, cafetiere, or moka pot, you can froth the coconut milk. Either use a milk frother or a mason jar.
  3. To froth the coconut milk in a jar, simply pour the milk into the jar and seal tightly shut. Shake vigorously for 1 minute. You could then microwave the coconut milk until it is hot or enjoy it cold. Pour over the espresso.

Storage

Store any leftover coffee as soon as possible in the fridge and drink up by the next day. It may separate but a quick stir should sort that.

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Other Drink Recipes

Mango Lassi

Ruby Chocolate Latte

Homemade Billionaire’s Latte

Butterbeer Recipe

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Coconut Milk Coffee

Equipment

  • 1 Frother
  • 1 Coffee cup

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon instant coffee
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 2 tablespoon hot water
  • ½ cup coconut milk chilled
  • ¼ cup ice cubes optional

Instructions

  • Prepare coffee of choice.
  • Pour over chilled coconut milk and ice cubes.
  • Drizzle over extra coconut syrup if you wish.

Video

Notes

  1. If using instant coffee, you can froth the instant coffee granules with sugar and warm water using a handheld frother directly into your serving glass. Then, simply pour in coconut milk – either warm or chilled with extra ice

  2. If using a brewed coffee from a espresso machine or moka, you can froth the coconut milk. Either use a milk frother or a mason jar.

  3. To froth the coconut milk in a jar, simply pour the milk into the jar and seal tightly shut. Shake vigorously for 1 minute. You could then microwave the coconut milk until it is hot or enjoy it cold. Pour over the espresso.

Nutrition

PLEASE NOTE: Nutritional values are estimated by a computer and may vary based on ingredients and portion sizes. For personalised dietary advice, please consult a qualified healthcare professional.