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Picture regular French toast getting a major upgrade – these Nutella Stuffed French Toast Fingers take your everyday breakfast and kick it up with a gooey hazelnut center that'll make any morning feel like a party. They're perfect for busy weekdays or fancy brunches with friends, and you can make them ahead and pop them in the freezer – just what families need when they're always rushing around.
Key Ingredients and Smart Picks
- Bread: Plain white sandwich bread works best here
- Nutella: Let it sit out so it's easy to spread
- Eggs: Go for big, fresh ones for the best dip
- Milk: Whole milk makes everything taste better
- Vanilla: Real vanilla extract beats the fake stuff
- Sugar: You'll need regular and powdered kinds
- Maple Syrup: Get the real thing for dipping
Step-by-Step Cooking Guide
- 1. Get Everything Ready (5 minutes):
- Heat your oven to 400°F. Set up your kitchen with different spots: one for spreading Nutella, another for the egg mix, and a spot with your baking sheet ready to go. This makes everything flow better.
- 2. Put Them Together (10 minutes):
- Slather Nutella on bread slices and make sandwiches. Use a bread knife to cut each sandwich into three sticks. Try to make the cuts even so they'll all cook the same way.
- 3. Get Them Coated (5 minutes):
- Mix eggs, milk, sugar, and vanilla in a bowl until it's all combined. Dunk each stick in the mix, making sure it gets covered all over but isn't totally soaked. Let extra drip off so they don't end up mushy.
- 4. Bake Until Golden (15-16 minutes):
- Put the sticks on your baking sheet, give them a light spray with cooking oil. Bake until they turn golden, flipping them halfway. Watch them at the end so they don't dry out.
- 5. Add Final Touches (5 minutes):
- Dust warm sticks with powdered sugar and serve them with berries and warm maple syrup. They should look good enough to make everyone excited for breakfast.
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Saving For Later
Freeze them on a tray until they're solid, then toss them in freezer bags. They'll stay good for about three months. When you want some, microwave for a minute, then add more time in 15-second chunks if needed. Don't heat them too much or they'll get tough and chewy.
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Fun New Ways To Try Them
Try swapping Nutella for cookie butter or peanut butter. Throw some cinnamon in your egg mix for extra flavor. Top them with fresh fruit, a dollop of whipped cream, or a drizzle of chocolate sauce. You can play around with lots of ideas while keeping that fun dippable shape.
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Wrapping Up
These Nutella-filled French Toast Sticks prove breakfast can be super easy and extra special at the same time. Whether you're grabbing them on a hectic Monday or serving them for a Christmas morning treat, they bring some joy to breakfast time while making things easier for whoever's doing the cooking.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → Can I store these in the freezer?
- Absolutely, they'll keep up to 3 months and can be microwaved when needed.
- → What's the best way to warm them up?
- Pop frozen sticks in the microwave for 1 minute, adding more time in 15-second bursts if needed.
- → Which bread should I use?
- Plain white sandwich bread does the trick nicely.
- → Is it possible to prepare them earlier?
- For sure, freeze them and warm up later for quick morning meals.
- → Why should I spray the outside?
- It helps them turn a nice golden color during baking.