Protein French Toast (Print)

A custardy, protein-rich toast made with wholesome ingredients for a satisfying meal.

# Components:

→ Bread

01 - 8 slices whole grain or brioche bread, preferably slightly stale

→ Egg Mixture

02 - 4 large eggs
03 - 1 cup whole milk or unsweetened almond milk (240 ml)
04 - 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt or cottage cheese (120 g)
05 - 1 scoop vanilla or unflavored protein powder (about 30 g)
06 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey (15 ml)
07 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
08 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
09 - Pinch of salt

→ For Cooking

10 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter or coconut oil (15 g)

→ Optional Toppings

11 - Fresh berries
12 - Sliced bananas
13 - Extra Greek yogurt
14 - Maple syrup

# Method:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, Greek yogurt or cottage cheese, protein powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until smooth and fully combined.
02 - Warm a large nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat and add half the butter or oil.
03 - Dip each bread slice into the egg mixture, soaking each side for 10 to 15 seconds to absorb custard.
04 - Place soaked slices onto the skillet and cook 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden brown and custardy in the center; add remaining butter or oil as needed.
05 - Serve immediately with optional fresh berries, sliced bananas, extra Greek yogurt, or maple syrup as desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • You get that diner style custard center without the post breakfast crash
  • The protein boost actually makes you full until lunch instead of hungry in an hour
02 -
  • Overmixed protein powder clumps so take your time whisking or use a blender
  • Crowding the pan steams the toast instead of frying it so work in batches
03 -
  • Keep finished slices warm in a 200F oven while cooking the rest
  • Freeze leftovers and reheat in the toaster for busy weekday breakfasts
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