Campfire Sourdough French Toast Sticks with Cinnamon Sugar
Golden-crisp sourdough French toast sticks dunked in cinnamon sugar, cooked over campfire coals for a sweet and hearty start to the day. Perfect for sharing with coffee around the fire.
Equipment
- Cast iron skillet
- Mixing bowl
- Tongs
- Knife
Ingredients
- 6 slices sourdough bread thick-cut
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon plus 2 tbsp for topping
- 3 tbsp butter
- 1/4 cup maple syrup for serving
- 1/4 cup cinnamon sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Slice the sourdough into thick sticks, about 1 inch wide.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, 2 tbsp sugar, vanilla, and 1 tsp cinnamon until smooth.
- Heat the cast iron skillet over medium campfire coals and add 1 tbsp butter to melt.
- Dip each bread stick in the egg mixture, coating all sides.
- Place the sticks onto the hot skillet in batches, adding more butter as needed.
- Cook each side for 2-3 minutes, turning with tongs, until golden and crisp.
- Remove from skillet and immediately toss in cinnamon sugar to coat.
- Serve warm with maple syrup for dipping.
Notes
Prep your egg mixture ahead and store in a leak-proof container in the cooler for faster mornings. Manage skillet heat by moving it to cooler coals as needed to prevent burning.