Protein French Toast Muffins (Printer-friendly)
Baked high-protein French toast muffins made with whole grain bread and protein powder. Perfect for breakfast on the go or healthy snacking.
# What you'll need:
→ Bread Base
01 - 8 slices whole grain bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
→ Egg Mixture
02 - 6 large eggs
03 - 1 cup milk (dairy or unsweetened almond milk)
04 - 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
05 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
06 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
07 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
08 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
→ Optional Toppings
09 - 1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
10 - 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
11 - 1/2 cup fresh berries
# Method:
01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease each cup.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, protein powder, maple syrup, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
03 - Add the bread cubes to the egg mixture, tossing gently until the bread is well coated and has absorbed most of the liquid. Let sit for 5 minutes.
04 - Divide the soaked bread mixture evenly among the muffin cups, pressing down lightly to compact.
05 - Sprinkle your choice of toppings (nuts, chocolate chips, berries) over each muffin.
06 - Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the muffins are puffed, golden brown, and set in the center.
07 - Let cool for a few minutes before removing from the tin. Serve warm or at room temperature.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- Each muffin packs 9 grams of protein while still tasting like an indulgent breakfast treat
- They reheat beautifully making busy mornings feel thoughtful and nourishing
02 -
- The muffins will puff up dramatically in the oven then settle slightly as they cool which is completely normal
- Letting the bread soak for the full 5 minutes is crucial otherwise they can turn out dry
03 -
- Use a sharp serrated knife to cube your bread for uniform pieces that soak evenly
- Spray your measuring cup with nonstick spray before adding the protein powder to prevent sticking