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Picture boring French toast getting a major upgrade – these Nutella Filled French Toast Fingers take regular breakfast and make it something to celebrate with gooey hazelnut chocolate hiding inside. They're perfect for busy mornings or fancy brunches, and you can make them ahead and freeze them, making them the ultimate grab-and-go breakfast for families who are always rushing around.
Key Ingredients and Smart Picks
- Bread: Basic white sandwich bread works best here
- Nutella: Let it sit out so it's soft and easy to spread
- Eggs: Go for large ones to get the best coating
- Milk: Whole milk gives you the creamiest results
- Vanilla: Grab real vanilla extract instead of the fake stuff
- Sugar: You'll need both regular and powdered kinds
- Maple Syrup: Real maple syrup makes the best dipping sauce
Step-By-Step Guide
- 1. Smart Setup (5 minutes):
- Heat your oven to 400°F. Create three workstations: one for spreading Nutella, another for the egg mix, and a spot with your baking sheet ready. This setup makes everything go smoothly.
- 2. Putting It Together (10 minutes):
- Smear Nutella generously on bread slices and make sandwiches. Use a knife with teeth to cut each sandwich into three sticks – perfect for dipping. Making even cuts helps everything cook the same.
- 3. Getting Them Ready (5 minutes):
- Mix your eggs, milk, sugar and vanilla in a bowl until everything's blended. Dunk each stick into this mix, making sure they're coated but not soggy. Let extra drip off so they don't turn mushy while baking.
- 4. Cooking Time (15-16 minutes):
- Put your dipped sticks on the baking sheet, give them a quick spray with cooking oil. Bake until they turn golden, flipping them once halfway. Watch them at the end – you want them toasty but still soft inside.
- 5. Finishing Touches (5 minutes):
- Dust warm sticks with powdered sugar, arrange them on a plate with some berries and warm maple syrup for dipping. The whole thing should look tempting and a bit fancy.
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Storing and Freezing Know-How
Freeze them flat on a tray until hard, then pack them in freezer bags. They'll stay good for about three months. To warm them up, microwave for a minute, then add more time in 15-second bursts if needed. Just don't heat them too much or they'll get tough and chewy.
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Fun Twists and Changes
Try swapping Nutella for cookie butter or peanut butter. Throw some cinnamon in your egg mix for extra warmth. 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 stick format.
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Wrapping Up
These Nutella-filled French Toast Sticks prove breakfast can be quick and special at the same time. Whether you're rushing on a Monday morning or hosting a fancy Sunday brunch, they bring some joy to your morning table while making things easier for whoever's doing the cooking.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → Can you freeze these?
- Totally! They keep for 3 months and warm up in the microwave.
- → How to heat them up?
- Zap frozen ones for 1 minute, adding 15 seconds more if needed.
- → What bread works well?
- Plain white sandwich bread gets the best result.
- → Can I prep these early?
- Yes! Pop them in the freezer and heat up in no time.
- → Why spray the surface?
- It helps them turn that lovely golden brown when baked.