Just because you gave up white bread and sugar doesn’t mean you have to give up French Toast! This recipe is made withsprouted grain bread, egg whites and protein-packed Greek yogurt. Special bonus: it’s gluten-free!  The whole family will love it – try a batch this weekend.  Serves 5.

INGREDIENTS

  • 5 slices cinnamon raisin, sprouted grain bread
  • 1 cup egg whites
  • 6 oz fat free, Greek yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • dash of salt
  • Optional: additional fat free Greek yogurt and pomegranate seeds for topping.

DIRECTIONS

  1. Preheat a skillet, or pancake griddle over medium high heat. Lightly coat with cooking spray.
  2. In a shallow bowl, whisk the egg whites, yogurt, vanilla, cinnamon and salt. Mix until well combined.
  3. Dip each slice of bread in the egg white mixture, flipping to coat each side. Place on the prepared skillet and cook for 3-5 minutes on each side, until the eggs set and turn that wonderful golden color.
  4. Serve immediately with the additional yogurt and pomegranate.

Nutritional Analysis: One serving equals: 127 calories, 0 fat, 157mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate, 2g fiber, and 12g protein.  Thanks to Catherine Rudat for this recipe!