French Toast Fingers
French toast fingers are part dessert, part breakfast and all fun. Classic French toast is made with a hint of citrus and turned into jam sandwiches cut into "fingers". A fun treat for kids in the morning!
- Serves:
- 4
- Prep Time:
- 10 min
- Cook Time:
- 4 min
Ingredients
- 4 eggs
- ½ tsp ( 2.5 mL ) grated orange rind
- 2 tbsp ( 30 mL ) orange juice
- ¼ cup ( 60 mL ) low sugar strawberry jam
- 8 slices whole wheat bread
- Icing sugar and maple syrup (optional)
Instructions
-
Whisk eggs, orange rind and juice in small bowl; set aside.
-
Match four pairs of bread slices. With two slices stacked on top of each other, trim crusts from each pair (reserve crusts for another use or discard). Spread 1 tbsp (15 mL) jam on one slice of each pair; place second slice on top. Cut each sandwich into three even strips. Dip sandwiches into egg mixture, flipping to coat both sides.
-
Spray large non-stick skillet or griddle or with cooking spray. Heat skillet over medium heat.
-
Cook sandwiches on both sides until golden brown, about 2 minutes. Dust with icing sugar and serve with of maple syrup for dipping, if desired.
Notes
Instead of using whole wheat bread, use another bread of your choice or use a different type of bread for both the bottom and the top.