Healthy French Toast
By Stephanie Dang, Registered Dietitian
French Toast can be a healthy option for family brunches on the weekend! Make a large batch and freeze ahead of time for – just pop in the toaster for easy weekday breakfasts.
Ingredients
- 8 slices of sandwich-cut Country Grain COBS Bread
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup fortified almond milk (or other preferred milk)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ½ tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- ¼ tsp salt
- Coconut Oil for cooking
- Optional Toppings: fresh fruit, pure maple syrup, Greek yogurt
Directions
1. In a large bowl whisk together eggs, almond milk, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt
2. Place egg mixture into a shallow dish
3. Add bread 2 slices at a time and allow to soak for 1 minute on each side
4. Heat coconut oil in a large pan
5. Cook first 2 slices over medium heat for 2-3 minutes per side
6. Repeat with remaining bread slices and egg mix
7. Serve immediately with toppings of choice. Enjoy!