Crispy French toast sticks stuffed with chocolate, marshmallows, and tangy pickles for a unique sweet-savory treat.
# Components:
→ French Toast
01 - 8 slices thick-cut white bread, preferably slightly stale
02 - 2 large eggs
03 - 1/2 cup whole milk
04 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
05 - 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
06 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
07 - Pinch of salt
08 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, for frying
→ S’mores Filling
09 - 1/2 cup mini marshmallows
10 - 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
11 - 4 whole dill pickles, cut into thin strips about 4 inches long
→ Coating & Garnish
12 - 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs
13 - 2 tablespoons powdered sugar, optional for dusting
# Method steps:
01 - Remove crusts from bread slices and cut each slice into 3 uniform sticks.
02 - In a shallow bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla extract, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt until thoroughly blended.
03 - Make a shallow slit lengthwise in each bread stick. Insert a pickle strip, a portion of mini marshmallows, and chocolate chips, gently pressing to secure the filling.
04 - Dip each filled bread stick into the egg mixture, ensuring all sides are coated without oversaturating.
05 - Heat unsalted butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Arrange sticks in batches and cook, turning to evenly brown all sides, about 2 to 3 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through.
06 - Immediately roll hot French toast sticks in graham cracker crumbs to coat completely.
07 - Transfer sticks to a serving platter and, if desired, dust with powdered sugar. Serve warm.
