This chocolate Protein Powder French Toast delivers all the cozy indulgence of a weekend brunch with a healthy, protein-packed twist. With 14 grams of protein per serving and rich chocolate flavor, it keeps you full and energized without feeling heavy.
"This was an amazing and unexpected way to get more protein at breakfast! I was so tired of putting powder in my oatmeal (never love the texture) that I did a Google deep dive into alternatives. Your recipe popped up. Definitely making this again this weekend." -Lindsey
A Quick Look At The Recipe
- ⏲️Ready In: 15 Minutes
- 👪Serves: 1
- 🍽 Calories and Protein: 311 kcals and 14 grams of protein
- 📋Main Ingredients: Gluten-free bread, protein powder, eggs, dairy-free yogurt, and almond milk.
- 📖 Dietary Notes: Dairy-free, gluten-free, vegetarian.
- ⭐ Why You'll Love It: It delivers all the comfort of classic French toast with a protein boost that keeps you full and energized.
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While a pomegranate protein shake or collagen pancakes are great post-workout options, nothing beats the comfort of chocolate protein French toast after a Saturday morning sweat session. It’s warm, cozy, and indulgent in the best way, the kind of breakfast that makes you slow down and actually enjoy refueling.
This truly is the best protein powder French toast when you want both comfort and fuel to start the day strong. Even better, this gluten-free French toast recipe comes together with just six ingredients, making it easy to enjoy the benefits of protein (learn more about the benefits of a high protein diet). Struggling with healthy breakfasts? If getting breakfast on the table feels chaotic, the Rise and Chill Breakfast E-Book is designed to help with 26 high-protein, make-ahead breakfasts plus a 5-day quick-start guide
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💭Why You'll Love This
Allergy-friendly: Totally dairy-free and gluten-free to make it easy for people with dietary restrictions.
Easy to make: With only 6 ingredients, this high-protein French toast recipe is simple to whip up.
Versatile: You can make this recipe as indulgent or easy as you like by changing toppings. Great for both breakfast and brunch.
Ingredients and Substitutions
Just like this vanilla cinnamon protein French toast, this version requires very few ingredients. Making it a total busy mom win.
- Chocolate protein powder: The protein powder for this recipe works best if it’s vegan, which helps absorb liquid. However, beef protein powder will work as well.
- Yogurt: Grab whatever non-dairy yogurt you have on hand in the fridge. I use coconut yogurt the most. Greek yogurt will work as well, but you may not get as much out of the batter because it’s thicker. However, it will bump up the protein intake.
- Almond milk: Any non-dairy milk will work; we actually use homemade hemp milk the most.
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
Flavor Variations
You can make this French toast recipe as indulgent (or not) as you like to make it suit your needs that day.
Toppings: Drizzling your chocolate protein French toast with dairy-free chocolate glaze or coconut milk caramel sauce adds extra yum.
Crunch: Having chocolate chips or maple syrup candied pecans on the table for added texture is a fun twist.
Extracts: Almond extract or a hint of vanilla can change the flavor greatly.
How To Make Protein Powder French Toast
Step 1:Scramble the eggs, yogurt, maple syrup, and almond milk well. Add in the protein powder and keep scrambling as you do.
Step 2: Heat a non stick pan over medium heat. Dip each slice of bread in the egg mixture making sure to coat both sides.
Step 3: Once the pan is hot, place the bread in it to cook. Flip when the bottom has turned a slight brown.
Step 4: Top with your favorites.
Important Teaching Tips & Storing
Originally, this protein French toast used Orgain protein powder plus dairy-free yogurt for its protein intake. However, I have since switched to beef protein for health reasons, and Paleo Pro (the cleanest protein I've ever found) works well too.
Vegan protein powder does clump a bit when mixed, if this bugs you then you’ll need to blend the mixture. If not, just whisk as normal and know it won’t hurt you 😉
This protein French toast recipe should work with whey protein powder as it absorbs less liquid (so you’d get three pieces of bread in), but I haven’t tried it. The same goes with this crock pot French toast casserole.
Make this recipe into French toast sticks by slicing the French toast after cooking and letting kiddos (or yourself!) dip it into maple syrup.
How To Store It
Protein French toast is best served fresh. However, you can use it as a meal prep recipe!
To do this, follow the directions to make it and pop it in the fridge in an airtight container for the next day, and then toast it lightly. It comes out pretty yummy, and I do this with the kids for quick breakfasts.
You can also freeze slices once cooled between sheets of parchment paper for up to one month.
Protein Powder French Toast FAQs
Though eggs are already high in protein, you can add in some more by mixing them with protein powder. Know that whey protein powder blends into the eggs a little bit easier where as a vegan protein powder blends better with a handheld mixer or will have a few thicker spots.
Yes! You can actually make French toast in advance for meal prep and then either reheat it briefly in a pan or pop the pieces of bread into a toaster. This makes high protein French toast a really easy breakfast idea for busy mornings.
Because this gluten-free French toast recipe is so high in protein, it makes for a great post-workout meal. The balance of carbs and protein means your body is getting the fuel and energy replenishments it needs.
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Protein Powder French Toast With Yogurt
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Ingredients
- 2 slices Gluten free bread
- 1 tablespoon protein powder flavor of choice
- 1 egg
- 1 tbs dairy-free yogurt
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon optional
- 2 tbs unsweetened almond milk
Instructions
- Heat a non stick pan over medium heat (a little over medium).
- Scramble the eggs, yogurt, maple syrup, and almond milk well. Add the cinnamon if using.
- Add in the chocolate protein powder and keep scrambling as you do.
- Dip each slice of bread in the egg mixture making sure to coat both sides.
- Once the pan is hot, place the bread in it to cook. Flip when the bottom has turned a slight brown.
- Cook until the other side is crispy and brown.
- Top with your favorites.
Notes
- The recipe uses 2-3 slices of bread, depending on the protein powder and how much you let it absorb. The nutritional value is set to 1 serving, which is two full slices of bread.
- Greek yogurt works in the recipe, but it may yield fewer servings as it's thicker.
- Protein French toast is best served fresh. However, you can use it as a meal prep recipe! Just make it and pop it in the fridge in an airtight container for the next day, and then toast it lightly.
- Vegan protein powder does clump a bit when mixed, if this bugs you then you’ll need to blend the mixture. If not, just whisk as normal and know it won’t hurt you 😉
- If you need a higher protein breakfast, serve the French toast with a side of dairy-free scrambled eggs.
Disclaimer:
Nutrition values are estimates only, using online calculators. Please verify using your own data"
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Lindsey says
This was an amazing and unexpected way to get more protein at breakfast! I was so tired of putting powder in my oatmeal (never love the texture) that I did a Google deep dive into alternatives. Your recipe popped up. Definitely making this again this weekend
fitasamamabear says
This makes my heart happy lol while I don't mind some protein oatmeal this is a nice way to switch it up and indulge!
Gina says
Love this idea for getting in some extra protein with an otherwise decadent and carb-heavy breakfast. Brilliant!
fitasamamabear says
Right?! It gives the best of all worlds because French toast definitely has to happen some weekends!
Liz says
What a fun way to use protein powder! I love french toast so that was yummy!
fitasamamabear says
Haha it's the best of both worlds.
Rose says
I always love to add protein to my breakfasts and these protein powder French sticks were just perfect for me. I'll make this recipe again.
fitasamamabear says
Same! It's nice to still have the treat!
Sharina says
I can't get enough of this protein powder french toast! Glad it is healthy and of course, delicious. Making this on repeat!
fitasamamabear says
Wahoo! So happy you like it!