Protein French Toast
Servings 8 - 10 slices of French toast
This protein French toast recipe is the ultimate high protein breakfast or post-work out meal. With 18 grams of protein per 2 slices, it's a delicious, healthy and satisfying way to kickstart your day or end a workout! {Vegetarian, dairy-free & gluten-free-friendly}
Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup egg whites
- 1/4 cup vanilla protein powder
- 3/4 cup milk (or milk alternative)
- 1/2 tablespoon cinnamon
- 1/2 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
- 8-10 slices of bread (I used whole-wheat Texas toast)
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil plus more if necessary (or sub in cooking spray)
Instructions
- In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs and egg whites.
- Next, whisk in the protein powder until incorporated and no more lumps remain.
- Add the milk, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and almond extract and whisk until combined.
- Add 1 tablespoon of coconut oil to a non-stick frying pan set over medium heat. Alternatively, you can use nonstick cooking spray.
- While the coconut oil melts, carefully dip a slice of bread in the egg mixture and then flip to make sure you coat both sides of the bread. Leave the bread in the mixture for about 10-15 seconds.
- Place the coated bread slices in the hot skillet and cook until golden brown and crispy on each side, about 2-3 minutes per side. Repeat with more slices. You should be able to get about 8 slices. Top with fruit of choice, yogurt, nut butter, and/or a drizzle of maple syrup!
Notes
- To make the best protein French toast, use a thicker type of bread. We used whole wheat Texas toast for an extra boost of fibre. Sourdough, challah, brioche or French bread also work great in this recipe. Avoid using bread that's too thin and flimsy as it may get too soggy and potentially fall apart when you transfer it to the pan.
- Be sure to whisk the protein powder into the egg mixture until no more lumps remain to avoid having clumps of protein powder on certain areas of the toast.
- Don't soak the bread in the French toast batter for too long, as it may lead to soggy French toast. I find that 10-15 seconds is a good amount of time to allow the egg mixture to absorb into the bread without making it overly soggy.
- If you prefer to skip the protein powder, you can leave it out, but keep in mind that the protein content of the toast will be lower. You may also wish to add a bit of sweetener to egg mixture such as maple syrup or honey since the vanilla protein powder contributes some sweetness.
- Be careful not to cook the French toast over too high of heat as it may cause the outside of the bread to brown too quickly, leaving the middle undercooked. If the French toast is browning too quickly, turn the heat down to medium low heat.
Nutrition
Calories: 132kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 9gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.004gCholesterol: 49mgSodium: 172mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 105IUVitamin C: 0.02mgCalcium: 103mgIron: 1mg
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