Children’s Corner

French toast sticks offer an ideal culinary challenge for children, turning breakfast into a playful and educational experience. The simplicity of this dish makes it accessible for young chefs to engage in kitchen activities with minimal supervision. Slicing bread into sticks becomes a creative exercise, promoting fine motor skills. Dipping the bread into the egg mixture fosters hand-eye coordination and introduces basic cooking techniques. The tactile nature of the process, from whisking eggs to rolling the sticks in cinnamon-sugar, engages a child's senses and encourages sensory exploration. The end result, crispy and golden French toast sticks, rewards their efforts and instils a sense of accomplishment. Beyond the delicious outcome, the experience of making French toast sticks cultivates a positive relationship with food, sparks curiosity in the kitchen, and lays the foundation for a lifelong appreciation of cooking.

Recipe: Baked French Toast Sticks

Servings: 2-4

Ingredients:

• 6 slices sandwich bread
• 2 eggs
• 1 ripe banana, mashed
• ½ teaspoon vanilla
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

A wide variety of quality ingredients for our recipes are available from Arkadia supermarkets in Malta and Gozo, including Arkadia FoodExpress Swatar and Arkadia Food Market Valletta.

Method:

1. Preheat the oven to 175 degrees Celsius and line a baking sheet with baking paper.

2. Cut each slice of bread into 4 sticks.

3. Place the eggs, mashed banana, vanilla and cinnamon into a blender and blend until smooth.

4. Dip the bread sticks into the batter and place onto the baking sheet.

5. Bake for 10 minutes, flip over, and continue baking for another 8-10 minutes. Enjoy warm with your preferred topping.

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