Cinnamon French toast recipe
This recipe is a delicious and healthy breakfast or brunch option. It’s made with whole wheat bread, skim milk, and a light sweetener. The cinnamon and low-calorie cooking spray give it a delicious flavor and texture.
About Time:
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Total Time: 45 mins
- Yield: Serves 4
- Slimming World: 6½ Syns per serving
Ingredients:
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup skim milk
- 2 tablespoons sweetener granules
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 8 slices whole wheat bread
- Cooking spray
- 1/2 cup fat-free natural yogurt
- 2 cups mixed berries
- Cinnamon for dusting
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, sweetener, and cinnamon.
- Dip each slice of bread into the egg mixture until it is soaked through.
- Heat a large nonstick pan over medium heat. Spray the pan with cooking spray.
- Add the bread slices to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
- Transfer the cooked bread to a plate.
- Divide the yogurt and berries between the toast slices.
- Dust with cinnamon and serve immediately.
Tips:
- Use wholemeal bread: Wholemeal bread is a healthier option than white bread, as it contains more fiber and nutrients. This will help you to feel fuller for longer and stay on track with your weight loss goals.
- Choose low-calorie sweetener: Sweetener granules are a good option for Slimming World, as they are syn-free and can help to reduce the sugar content of your meals.
- Use low-calorie cooking spray: Low-calorie cooking spray is a healthy alternative to butter or oil, as it contains less calories and fat.
Choose berries: Berries are a healthy and syn-free topping for French toast. They are a good source of fiber and antioxidants, and they will help to keep your breakfast feeling fresh and light. - Here are some additional tips for making this recipe even more Slimming World-friendly: Use a Healthy Extra ‘b’ loaf of bread: If you are using a Healthy Extra ‘b’ loaf of bread, you will be able to deduct 6 syns from the total syns of the recipe.
- Serve with a low-fat yogurt: Low-fat yogurt is a good source of calcium and protein, and it will help to keep you feeling full.
- Add a sprinkle of nuts or seeds: Nuts and seeds are a good source of healthy fats and fiber, and they will add a bit of crunch to your French toast.
I hope these tips help you to make this recipe a delicious and healthy part of your Slimming World journey!