Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, this Protein French Toast packs 13 grams of protein per serving. It’s a high-protein twist on the classic you already love, and it comes together with just a few simple ingredients. Whether you’re fueling up after a workout or feeding a crowd, this gluten-free breakfast is a win.
"I've been having a hard time hitting my protein macros and decided to try this recipe out. Delicious and easy to make! Will make again and do a big batch this time to freeze." - Michelle Goth
A Quick Look At The Recipe
- ⏲️Ready In: 25 Minutes
- 👪Serves: 2
- 🍽 Calories and Protein: 293 kcals and 13 grams of protein
- 📋 Main Ingredients: Gluten-free bread, eggs, collagen powder, and cinnamon.
- 📖 Dietary Notes: Dairy-free and gluten-free.
- ⭐ Why You'll Love It: Soft, cinnamon-kissed, and high in protein, it’s a cozy breakfast that feels indulgent but fuels your day right.
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Weekends at our house are chaotic in the best way, blankets on the couch, cartoons on in the background, and this protein French toast without protein powder sizzling on the stove. It’s the kind of breakfast that feels cozy and indulgent, but it’s secretly working hard for you, with a nice hit of protein to keep you full for hours. All you need is 7 basic ingredients and some bread that’s on its last legs (which is exactly what inspired me to create this recipe in the first place!).
This anabolic French toast is my go-to when I want to treat myself without derailing my energy. It’s naturally dairy-free, doesn’t rely on protein powder, and is just as delicious as any diner version, only better for your goals. If you love this, you’ll also want to try my chocolate protein powder French toast or grab my Strong and Sweet Protein Guide for more simple ways to power up your day with sweet, protein-packed recipes.
💭Why You'll Love This Recipe
Easy to make: This protein French toast recipe is like any other, simple to whip up when you have a couple of extra minutes in the morning.
High Protein: With 13 grams of protein per serving, this anabolic French toast is a great way to boost your protein intake.
Versatile: Dress it up for brunch or leave it simple with just some maple syrup for a cozy breakfast.
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Ingredients and Substitutions
- Gluten-free bread: Any gluten-free bread you have on hand should work. This particular high-protein French toast recipe was made with thin slices, though ( as was this crockpot French toast casserole).
- Collagen powder: This is one of the purest sources of protein and a great one to mix into to any breakfast recipe. Learn more about how collagen powder differs from protein powder.
- Unsweetened almond milk: Any dairy-free milk will work, we use homemade hemp milk the most.
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
Flavor Variations
Extracts: Change the flavor of the recipe by adding almond or rum extract to the mix for a punch of warmth.
Chocolate: Add some raw cacao powder to the mix (maybe skip the cinnamon) for a dark chocolate flavor. You could press in some chocolate chips before flipping the French toast, too.
How To Make Protein French Toast
Step 1: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, maple syrup, and vanilla.
Step 2: Add the cinnamon and collagen powder and mix as well as you can (it won't combine completely, it's okay).
Step 3: One by one, dip the gluten-free bread into the egg mixture, coating both sides. Place each piece of bread into the heated pan to cook.
Step 4: Flip the protein French toast bread when the bottom is golden brown and no wet spots remain. Cook until it’s firm and no damn or egg spots remain.
Expert Tips
The collagen powder doesn’t like to whisk into eggs. So, make sure to whisk it in quickly and press down and break up any remaining chunks of powder.
Top the anabolic French toast with your favorites like dairy-free butter, maple syrup, and berries.
Though you may be able to use protein powder in place of collagen for this French toast, it would have to be whey protein powder or beef-based protein powder, as it would blend the best. Vegan protein powder absorbs too much liquid.
I use Perfect Supplements Collagen Powder for this recipe because it's of such good quality. You can learn more about what is collagen powder as well as the difference between collagen and bone broth. But know that this brand has the market. Use code mamabear10 to save yourself some money if you try it.
Easy to mix, this collagen powder adds a protein punch to anything you pair it with. Made from pasture-raised (grass-fed) cows there are no pesticides, hormones, or filler agents. Just put collagen protein. Use code mamabear10 to save money on your next order.
How To Meal Prep It
You can actually make this gluten-free protein French toast in advance! Follow the directions and cook the toast through. Store it in a container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
When you want to eat it, simply pop each piece in the toaster until warmed through but not getting crispy. Likewise, freeze the French toast on parchment paper for up to 2 months.
Making It For Brunch
Nothing screams amazing host better than a French Toast brunch buffet, or something like baked apples with oats and pecans, or this breakfast chia pudding parfait.
Whip up a few batches of the recipe and then have a “bar” with any or all of the toppings below. Then, have everyone dress up their own high-protein French toast for an indulgent mid-morning kickoff.
- Dairy-free coconut milk caramel sauce
- Whole30 whipped cream
- Dairy-free chocolate glaze
- Fresh fruit
- Toasted pecans
Protein French Toast FAQs
Not all protein powders can be used to replace collagen powder. With this recipe, it cannot be interchanged very well. Protein powder absorbs much more than collagen, so it’ll end up with a very dry mixture. If you're going to try, you'll want to use whey protein powder or beef protein powder, and you may need a splash more liquid.
Naturally, the eggs and egg whites in French toast provide a good dose of protein. You can increase this dose, though, by adding something like collagen powder to the recipe
It depends on your personal goals and macronutrient breakdown. In general, French toast isn’t great for weight loss, as your body does better with a really high-protein meal in the morning to wake it up.
You can add protein to French toast by adding egg whites, Greek yogurt, or protein powder to the batter.
More High-Protein Breakfast Recipes
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High-Protein French Toast (Dairy and Gluten-Free)
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 slices gluten-free bread
- 2 eggs
- 1.5 tbs collagen powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoon maple syrup
- 1 tbs almond milk
Instructions
- Grease a large pan and heat it just over medium heat.
- In a wide bowl, whisk together all the ingredients except for the bread.
- One by one, dip the bread into the egg mixture coating both sides.
- Place each piece of bread into the heated pan to cook.
- Flip the bread when the bottom is golden brown and no wet spots remain.
- Cook until it’s firm and no damn or egg spots remain.
Notes
Disclaimer:
Nutrition values are estimates only, using online calculators. Please verify using your own data"
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Kris says
You would never guess that this has extra protein. SO delish!!
fitasamamabear says
Haha I'm all about sneaking it in!
Bella B says
My friend and I made this on the weekend for our meal prep for the week. With fresh fruit it was delicious! Thanks for the great recipe.
fitasamamabear says
Mmm the fruit would be such a yummy compliment.
Gina says
I hardly ever make French toast because it's just a carb fest but with the addition of collagen, it really held me over until the next meal. Plus, it's a delicious change in my breakfast routine!
fitasamamabear says
Right? So that was my issue too. But it smells so good haha this at least balances it out a bit for the odd time I want an indulgent brunch!
Anna says
It’s definitely perfect for breakfast 😋
fitasamamabear says
Right?!
Lisa says
This is a great way to get more collagen protein into my diet in a delicious way. I made a big batch to freeze some for easy breakfasts later.
Michelle Goth says
I've been having a hard time hitting my protein macros and decided to try this recipe out. Delicious and easy to make! Will make again and do a big batch this time to freeze.
fitasamamabear says
Woot wooot! I haven't tried freezing them so if you do, definitely let me know!
fitasamamabear says
Collagen is a great one because it sneaks into everything!