5 from 84 votes
High Protein French Toast
High Protein French Toast uses a mixture of eggs, egg whites, milk, protein powder, cinnamon, and vanilla to soak bread slices before cooking. This results in a golden, slightly crispy exterior with a soft interior enriched by added protein. The recipe accommodates various bread types and protein powders, making it adaptable for dietary preferences. It's served warm with toppings like Greek yogurt, syrup, or fresh berries for a balanced, protein-rich breakfast or snack.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings:
3
servings
Calories:
364 kcal
Course:
Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine:
American
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!
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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
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%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 3 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 364
% 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.