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Classic Protein French Toast Recipe

Classic Protein French Toast Recipe
Jamie Haleva
1 month ago
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Sometimes you just need that comfort breakfast that'll get you out of bed in the morning. This Protein French Toast is just that.

The simple recipe is quick yet delicious. Plus, with 20g of protein per batch, you can enjoy a classic treat and get closer to hitting your macros.

Let's check it out.

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What to Serve With Protein French Toast

French toast is a foundational breakfast food—so there are many options to pair it with.

For a refreshing burst of flavour, you can pair the French toast with fresh berries like strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries, adding natural sweetness and antioxidants.

If your goal is extra protein, try serving with a side of Greek yogurt or cottage cheese.

And if you're looking for a savoury contrast, scrambled eggs or turkey bacon make excellent additions while keeping the meal high in protein and low in excess calories.

Extra Toppings

For an even richer flavour profile, try adding these extra toppings:

  • Fresh fruit (bananas, blueberries, strawberries)
  • Drizzle of honey or maple syrup
  • Chia seeds or flaxseeds
  • Crushed nuts (almonds, walnuts)
  • Almond butter or peanut butter
  • Dark chocolate chips
  • Shredded coconut
  • Butter

Equipment Needed

  • Small/medium mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Non-stick pan or skillet
  • Spatula
  • Sifter (for powdered sugar)

Tips for Making Protein French Toast

  • Use slightly stale bread—it absorbs the custard mixture better, giving the toast a perfect texture.
  • Ensure each slice of bread is soaked thoroughly in the egg mixture to avoid dry spots when cooking.
  • Let your pan get hot before adding the bread to achieve a crispy, golden crust.
  • Cook on medium heat to avoid burning the outside of the French toast before the inside is done.

Batch Cook and Store Safely

If you want to have French toast at the ready throughout your week, you can meal prep and store it in the fridge. To meal prep your French toast, double or triple the recipe, depending on how many servings you want.

Once you're done cooking, allow the French toast to cool completely, do not add toppings, and store it in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 4-5 days.

For long-term storage, you can store your French toast in the freezer. Simply place your French toast slices in freezer bags with pieces of parchment paper in between the slices. The French toast will stay good in the freezer for about 2-3 months.

To reheat the French toast, simply pop it in the toaster, oven, or air fryer for a few minutes to maintain a crispy texture. You can also microwave, but it may become softer.

For the best results, add fresh toppings after you reheat.

Make it Vegan

If you're looking for a plant-based breakfast, you can make this French toast vegan with a few swaps:

  1. Replace the eggs with a vegan egg substitute like flaxseed or chia seed "eggs" (1 tablespoon ground flaxseed or chia seeds mixed with 3 tablespoons of water per egg) or a store-bought egg replacer.
  2. Swap the dairy milk for a non-dairy alternative like almond milk, soy milk, or oat milk.
  3. For the protein powder, choose a plant-based option like THE Plant Protein.
  4. Ensure that the bread you use is vegan, as some may contain dairy or eggs.

Protein French Toast Recipe

Protein French Toast

Servings
1 person
Prep Time
20-25 minutes
Cook Time
10 minutes

Ingredients

  • 6 slices bread
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3 large egg whites
  • 1 tsp. cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup milk of choice
  • 1/2 cup protein powder
  • 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract

Instructions

protein french toast recipe
1.

In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, egg whites, milk, protein powder, cinnamon, and vanilla extract.

protein french toast recipe
2.

Dip each slice of bread in the ‘custard’ mixture, ensuring each slice is soaked. Repeat for each slice.

protein french toast recipe
3.

Lightly spray a non-stick pan with cooking spray and place it over medium heat. Once hot, add the slices of bread and cook for 2-3 minutes.

protein french toast recipe
4.

Flip each slice and let it cook through (2-3 minutes).

protein french toast recipe
5.

Sift powdered sugar over the cooked French toast and serve immediately.

Nutritional info per serving:

Calories115
Total Fat3g
Total Carbohydrates13g
Protein20g
protein french toast

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A Rutgers University Honors graduate, Jamie grew up on the Jersey shore and double majored in Comparative Literature and Anthropology in college. Jamie is an experienced writer in the health and wellness, biotech, and eCommerce fields. She loves writing with a purpose and has even written for the Department of Justice.

Jamie became drawn to exercise during her time in university and began to notice the physical and mental benefits of moving your body daily. Today, Jamie enjoys Pilates, light weight training, and going on long walks in nature daily.

Jamie is also passionate about eating right and prioritizing gut health and immunity. She is always trying the next innovation in health and wellness. When she’s not writing articles, Jamie enjoys reading, playing guitar, and finding dogs to play with.

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