High Protein French Toast
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High Protein French Toast
Description
This recipe combines whole eggs and liquid egg whites with milk, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and optional sweetener and protein powder to create a custard for soaking bread. High-protein bread is recommended but not required. The bread slices are dipped thoroughly on both sides and cooked in a buttered or oiled pan until golden and crisp, typically 4 to 5 minutes total per batch.
The protein powder adds nutritional density without affecting texture significantly if folded in well. The cinnamon and vanilla provide warm flavor notes, complemented by the tender yet firm bread after cooking. Serving suggestions include Greek yogurt and fresh fruit which add freshness and moisture contrast.
Preparation allows for various protein powders and bread types, including gluten-free or whole grain, making it flexible. The cooked french toast can be made ahead, refrigerated up to four days, or frozen for months, reheated best using a toaster or oven to preserve crispness. Vegan adaptations involve flax eggs and additional plant-based protein powder.
Ingredients
- 2 large egg
- 6 large egg or ½ cup of liquid egg whites, white
- ½ cup milk of choice
- 1 coop protein powder I love vanilla whey but use your favorite flavor or pea protein
- 1 tablespoon sweetener optional if you want sweeter french toast, of choice
- ½ - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon based on your preference
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 9 lices bread use high-protein bread for extra protein, your favorite variety
- 1 - 2 tablespoon butter to grease for pan, or olive oil spray
Instructions
- Whisk together the eggs, egg whites, milk, cinnamon, and vanilla in a large shallow dish or casserole dish. If you are adding protein powder, add it in this step and whisk until completely combined.
- Before dipping your bread slices, heat a large pan or pancake griddle to medium heat so it is ready to go. Grease the pan with butter or olive oil spray.
- Working with two pieces of bread at a time, soak each slice in the egg mixture. Make sure to turn them over, so you coat both sides. I like to let mine soak up the mixture for about 1 minute.
- Once the greased pan is hot, add the soaked bread slices to the pan and cook for a total of 4 - 5 minutes, flipping halfway through. The french toast should be golden with crispy edges. Repeat this process until you use all your bread.
- Serve warm topped with a dollop of Greek yogurt, your favorite maple syrup, powdered sugar, fresh berries, and/or a dash of cinnamon. Enjoy!
Notes
- Use any bread type, including white, whole wheat, gluten-free, or high-protein varieties.
- Vanilla whey protein powder was used here, but any favored flavor or pea protein can be substituted.
- To create a vegan version, replace eggs with flax eggs and consider adding extra pea protein powder.
- Make ahead by cooking fully, cooling, and storing in airtight containers refrigerated up to 4 days or frozen up to 6 months.
- Reheat in a toaster, toaster oven, or oven at 350°F for best texture; avoid microwave to maintain crispness.
- One serving typically includes 3 slices of prepared french toast.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 3servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 364 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 364kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 39g | 13% |
| Protein | 30g | 60% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 141mg | 47% |
| Sodium | 624mg | 26% |
| Potassium | 308mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 211IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 221mg | 22% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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