Protein-Packed Costco Brioche French Toast Bake
A delightful twist on classic French toast, packed with protein and perfect for brunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 65 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf Costco Brioche Bread, sliced thick
- 4 eggs
- 2 cups reduced-fat dairy (milk or cream)
- 1 cup Greek yogurt or cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup protein powder (optional)
- 1/2 cup light flour alternative (almond or whole wheat flour)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- A generous pinch of cinnamon
Instructions
- Prep the Bread: Slice the brioche into thick pieces, about one inch thick.
- Make the Custard: In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, reduced-fat dairy, Greek yogurt, protein powder, light flour, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until smooth.
- Combine Bread and Custard: Place bread in a greased baking dish, pour custard over, and press down gently. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake: Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown and set. It should bounce back slightly when touched.
- Serve: Allow to cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serve warm with toppings.
Notes
Try adding mixed berries or chocolate chips for variations.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: French toast, brunch, protein, brioche, breakfast