If you’re a fan of indulgent desserts but also want to keep things macro-friendly and refined sugar-free, then I have a treat that’s about to become your new favorite. Introducing my Healthy Bananas Foster Protein Bread Pudding—a decadent yet nourishing dish that will melt in your mouth with every bite. This is dessert reimagined, and trust me, you won’t want to miss it.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
1. Melt-In-Your-Mouth Texture
This bread pudding is everything you want in a dessert. The custardy base made with protein-rich ingredients combined with the soft, pillowy texture of low-carb challah rolls creates a pudding that practically melts on your tongue. Each bite is a warm, comforting hug for your tastebuds.
2. Refined Sugar-Free Goodness
We’ve ditched the refined sugar to make this recipe both better for your health and your waistline. Instead, the natural sweetness from the bananas, along with a splash of vanilla and a pinch of cinnamon, ensures a perfectly balanced flavor profile. No guilt, just pure joy in every spoonful.
3. Macro-Friendly with Eat Royo’s Low-Carb Challah Rolls
Bread pudding usually means indulging in something that’s not the most friendly to your macros. But not with this recipe! Thanks to the amazing low-carb challah rolls by Eat Royo, we can enjoy that fluffy, soft bread texture without the excess carbs. Eat Royo’s challah rolls are a game-changer for anyone following a low-carb lifestyle or looking to make better choices while still enjoying a satisfying treat.
4. Homemade Caramel Sauce: The Ultimate Finishing Touch
What would Bananas Foster be without the luscious, rich caramel sauce that ties it all together? My homemade caramel sauce is the crown jewel of this dish. It’s creamy, buttery, and just the right amount of sweet, with a deep, caramelized flavor that perfectly complements the banana and bread pudding base. Drizzle it generously on top, and prepare to swoon.
Ingredients
For the French Toast:
- 14 oz. Eat Royo Low Carb Challah Rolls (Use the code COOKINGKATIELADY at checkout to get 10% off your order!)
- 5 eggs (large)
- 1/3 cup brown monk fruit (1/4 to 1/3 cup, depending on your sweetness level)
- 1 3/4 cups almond milk (unsweetened, organic)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract (organic)
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 30g protein powder (vanilla or plain; Use the code KATIE20 for 20% off Truvani protein)
- 3 bananas (medium, ripe)
For the Caramel Sauce:
- 3 tbsp butter (grass fed)
- 1/2 cup brown monk fruit (or brown sugar sub of choice)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
How To Make It
- Slice each challah roll into small cubes. Blend the eggs, monk fruit, almond milk, vanilla, cinnamon, protein, cinnamon, salt, and bananas in a blender until smooth.
- Add sliced challah rolls into a sprayed deep 9×13 baking dish. Pour the batter over on top and sit for 1 hour in the fridge, or overnight. Make sure all the bread is submerged.
- Bake the bread pudding at 350°F for 40 minutes.
- 20 minutes before the bread pudding is done, add all of the ingredients for the caramel sauce to a small sauce pan over medium/high heat. Allow to bubble up & cook for 4-5 minutes and then turn off the heat. Set aside until bread pudding is done and then pour the sauce over the bread pudding.
- Serve immediately with fresh slices of banana and/or ice cream!
Why Is Consuming Protein Important?
- Protein is nutrient-rich, so it helps you stay fuller longer. You are more likely to eat less when you have high protein meals because you won’t have the munchies!
- It boosts your metabolism & increases fat burning.
- It increases muscles & strength. If you are lifting weights and not eating enough protein, you aren’t going to see much of a difference!
- It can help lower blood sugar.
How Long Are Leftovers Good For?
You can keep your protein French toast in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days! To reheat it, just pop a piece in the microwave for about 30 seconds.
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satisfying yet light on the carbs. It’s the perfect dessert to treat yourself after a workout, enjoy with family and friends, or simply indulge in when you want something sweet but don’t want to derail your healthy eating goals.
With the combination of the low-carb challah rolls from Eat Royo, a protein boost from the protein powder, and a velvety homemade caramel sauce, this bread pudding is truly in a league of its own. You’ll never look at bread pudding the same way again!
Give it a try, and I promise—this will quickly become one of your go-to treats that you’ll be craving all year long.
Healthy Bananas Foster Protein Banana Pudding
Are you a fan of the nostalgic flavors of cinnamon toast crunch cereal, but also looking to fuel your day with a healthier, more filling, protein-packed breakfast? Look no further than this mouthwatering Cinnamon Toast Crunch Protein Baked French Toast! It's a delightful twist on a classic breakfast favorite that's sure to satisfy your cravings and keep you energized throughout the morning.
Ingredients
For the French Toast
For the Topping
Instructions
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Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish and layer half the challah pieces into the dish. If you are being extra today like me, layer the cold pieces of cut cream cheese on top of that. Top with remaining cubed challah bread.
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Prepare the crunch topping by combining brown monk fruit, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt in a bowl and whisking to distribute ingredients well. Cut butter into small cubes and add. Mash in with a fork or pastry cutter. Stir in the chopped pecans. Set aside in fridge to keep cool.
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In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, protein powder, monk fruit, vanilla, and cinnamon. Pour the egg mixture over the bread. Top the casserole off with the streusel topping.
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Cover the baking dish with plastic wrap or foil, and let rest in the fridge for at least 2 hours, or overnight is best.
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When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 375°F. Bake until puffed and deep golden brown, about 40 to 45 minutes.
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 297kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 20g31%
- Saturated Fat 6.9g35%
- Cholesterol 196.8mg66%
- Sodium 478mg20%
- Total Carbohydrate 29.9g10%
- Dietary Fiber 19.8g80%
- Sugars 1.5g
- Protein 16.1g33%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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