Cinnamon French Toast Sticks with Spicy Cider Syrup

Health score
1%
Cinnamon French Toast Sticks with Spicy Cider Syrup
25 min.
10
272kcal

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Start your morning off right with a delightful twist on a classic breakfast favorite: Cinnamon French Toast Sticks with Spicy Cider Syrup. This recipe is not only quick and easy, taking just 25 minutes to prepare, but it also serves up to 10 people, making it perfect for family gatherings or brunch with friends. Imagine the warm, comforting aroma of cinnamon wafting through your kitchen as you whip up these delicious treats!

Each bite of these golden-brown French toast sticks is a perfect blend of sweet and spicy, thanks to the rich apple cider syrup infused with a hint of lemon juice and a touch of nutmeg. The crispy exterior and soft, fluffy interior of the bread create a delightful texture that pairs beautifully with the warm syrup. Whether you’re looking for a special weekend breakfast or a fun morning meal for the kids, these French toast sticks are sure to impress.

Not only are they delicious, but they also offer a satisfying caloric breakdown, making them a guilt-free indulgence at just 272 calories per serving. So gather your ingredients, heat up that griddle, and get ready to enjoy a breakfast that’s as fun to make as it is to eat. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • cup sugar 
  • tablespoons flour all-purpose
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • 0.3 teaspoon nutmeg 
  • cups apple cider 
  • tablespoons juice of lemon 
  • 0.3 cup butter 
  • 0.5 cup flour all-purpose
  • 1.3 cups milk 
  • teaspoons ground cinnamon 
  • teaspoon vanilla 
  •  eggs 
  • 10 slices sandwich bread cut into thirds

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. In 2-quart saucepan, mix sugar, 3 tablespoons flour, 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon and the nutmeg. Stir in cider and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens and boils. Boil and stir 1 minute; remove from heat. Stir in butter; keep warm.
  2. Heat griddle or skillet over medium-high heat or electric griddle to 375°F. Grease griddle with cooking spray, vegetable oil or shortening. (Surface is ready when a few drops of water sprinkled on it dance and disappear.)
  3. In shallow bowl, beat all French toast stick ingredients except bread with fork until smooth. Dip bread sticks into batter; drain excess batter back into bowl.
  4. Place bread sticks on griddle. Cook about 4 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
  5. Serve with warm syrup.

Nutrition Facts

Calories272kcal
Protein7.98%
Fat24.65%
Carbs67.37%

Properties

Glycemic Index
45.36
Glycemic Load
30.11
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
6.7647826593855%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.01mg
Catechin
0.59mg
Epicatechin
2.22mg
Eriodictyol
0.15mg
Hesperetin
0.43mg
Naringenin
0.04mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.28mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:272.03kcal
13.6%
Fat:7.52g
11.57%
Saturated Fat:2.04g
12.72%
Carbohydrates:46.22g
15.41%
Net Carbohydrates:45.07g
16.39%
Sugar:27.51g
30.56%
Cholesterol:36.4mg
12.13%
Sodium:199.23mg
8.66%
Alcohol:0.14g
100%
Alcohol %:0.12%
100%
Protein:5.47g
10.95%
Selenium:12.15µg
17.35%
Manganese:0.33mg
16.34%
Vitamin B1:0.23mg
15.04%
Folate:48.16µg
12.04%
Vitamin B2:0.2mg
11.72%
Calcium:106.97mg
10.7%
Phosphorus:90.93mg
9.09%
Vitamin B3:1.78mg
8.89%
Iron:1.5mg
8.32%
Vitamin A:302.21IU
6.04%
Fiber:1.16g
4.63%
Vitamin B5:0.45mg
4.53%
Potassium:152.49mg
4.36%
Vitamin B12:0.25µg
4.14%
Magnesium:16.46mg
4.11%
Zinc:0.54mg
3.61%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.58%
Vitamin D:0.51µg
3.41%
Copper:0.06mg
2.99%
Vitamin E:0.36mg
2.42%
Vitamin C:1.62mg
1.96%