Strawberry Smash French Toast Sticks
Vegetarian · 6m+ · en
These soft, sweet, and perfectly holdable French toast sticks are packed with fresh spring strawberries. They take less than 10 minutes to make, and babies and toddlers will love dipping them in a little ricotta or yogurt!
- Use slightly stale bread so it absorbs the strawberry mixture without falling apart.
- Make a batch and freeze the cooked sticks for up to 2 months. Reheat in a toaster!
- If available in your region during spring, look for local Gariguette strawberries for the sweetest, most fragrant flavor.
- Prep
- 5 min
- Cook
- 5 min
- Servings
- 1
- Age
- 6m+
Ingredients
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Steps
Wash and finely mash the fresh strawberries in a shallow bowl using a fork until mostly smooth.
Crack the egg into the bowl with the mashed strawberries, add the milk, and whisk everything together thoroughly.
Cut the bread slices into 3 or 4 long strips (about 2-3 cm wide) so they are easy for little hands to grab.
Heat the butter in a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat. Dip each bread stick into the strawberry-egg batter, coating both sides, and place it in the pan.
Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and the egg is fully cooked. Let cool before serving with ricotta or yogurt for dipping.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use frozen strawberries?
Yes! Thaw them first and drain a little excess liquid before mashing to prevent the bread from becoming too soggy.
Is this safe for a 6-month-old baby?
Yes, as long as you have already introduced egg and wheat safely. The stick shape is perfect for baby-led weaning (BLW).
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