In a large shallow dish combine the eggs, milk, and vanilla; set aside.
In another shallow dish or plate combine the sugar and cinnamon; set aside.
Heat a large skillet over medium to medium low heat. Add 2 tablespoons butter to melt. Roll the sticks in the egg mixture (don't let them soak) and add to skillet (be careful not to overcrowd the pan). Fry until golden on each side.
Remove sticks from skillet and immediately roll in the cinnamon sugar mixture. Serve immediately.
Notes
FREEZER-FRIENDLY: Freeze completely cooled French toast sticks in a freezer bag for up to 2 months. Reheat in a 425 degree F oven for 15 minutes, or microwave for 30-40 seconds or until heated through.
BAKING OPTION: Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Lightly coat a baking sheet with non-stick spray. Instead of frying place sticks in a single layer on prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle with cinnamon and sugar. Flip sticks over and sprinkle with cinnamon and sugar. Bake for 15-20 minutes flipping sticks halfway through baking.
NUTRITION: Since different brands of ingredients have different nutritional information, the information shown is just an estimate. This website is not intended as nutritional advice, or a diet or health plan. Readers of this website are ultimately responsible for all decisions pertaining to their health. (nutrition is not calculated with butter for frying.)