Healthy Vanilla-Cinnamon French Toast Recipe

Recipe for healthier french toast made with vanilla, cinnamon, whole grain bread and egg alternative. Recipe photo is a American Photography 17 award winner.

whole grain bread floating in egg and cinnamon french toast batter
Healthy Vanilla-Cinnamon French Toast Recipe
Serves 2

Ingredients

  • 4 pieces light whole grain bread
  • 1 cup egg substitute
  • ¼ cup non-fat milk
  • 1 T. pure vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp. cinnamon
  • 2 T. 100% pure maple syrup
  • light butter

Instructions

  • Spray a large skillet with canola cooking spray & heat to medium/low.
  • Whisk together the egg, milk, cinnamon and vanilla until frothy.
  • Soak the bread in the mixture for 10 seconds on each side.
  • Add the soaked bread to the skillet and cook for about 4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown
  • Remove the skillet from the heat and cover. Let sit for 2 minutes. This makes the french toast fluffier.
  • Serve with light butter and a tablespoon of pure maple syrup, or dust with confectioners sugar.
  • Enjoy!
Course Breakfast, brunch
Cuisine American, French
Diet Diabetic, Low Calorie, Low Fat
Keyword breakfast recipes, french toast, french toast recipe, healthier french toast recipe, vanilla and cinnamon french toast recipe

 

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