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Healthy French Toast

This healthy French toast is lower in carbs than a traditional version because it has reduced-carb whole wheat bread and is topped with sugar-free syrup instead of powdered sugar.

 
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The average French Toast normally has over 150 calories and 5 grams of fat per slice. This version has less than 100 calories and only 1 gram of fat for 2 slices. Now, that is a way to stretch your calories and not your waistline.

This recipe is heart healthy. This recipe is diabetes friendly.

Yield: 6 servings

  • 1/2 cup egg substitute
  • 1/4 cup skim milk
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp nutmeg
  • 2 tsp brown sugar
  • Cooking spray
  • 12 slices light whole wheat bread
  • 4 Tbsp sugar free pancake syrup
  • In a large bowl, whisk together egg substitute, skim milk, cinnamon, nutmeg and brown sugar.

    Dip bread into mixture, but do not soak. Spray a large skillet with cooking spray and cook dipped bread over medium-high heat until browned on each side.

    Serve two slices with 2 tsp sugar free pancake syrup.

    Nutrition Facts (per 2 slice serving): Calories: 98, Fat: 1 gram, Saturated Fat: 0, Cholesterol: 0, Sodium: 290 mg, Carbohydrates: 22 grams, Fiber: 7 grams, Protein: 7 grams

      Last Reviewed: September 2008
     
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