If you’re looking for a cozy breakfast that feels indulgent but still fits your protein goals, my High Protein Peanut Butter Banana Stuffed French Toast is about to become a new favorite. It’s made with creamy peanut butter, sweet bananas, and Eat Royo Low Carb Artisan Bread, giving you all the comfort of classic French toast with more protein, more fiber, and fewer net carbs. It also is a small batch recipe for two!
Each serving packs 27 grams of protein, making it a satisfying breakfast that’s perfect for busy mornings, weekend brunch, or even breakfast-for-dinner. The warm caramelized bananas and drizzle of maple syrup make every bite taste like dessert while still being macro-friendly and nourishing.
I use the Eat Royo Low Carb Artisan Bread to keep this French toast macro friendly and nutritious. The ingredients are incredible and they are only 30 calories per slice
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- High in protein with 27 grams per serving
- Macro-friendly and lower in calories
- Made with Eat Royo Low Carb Artisan Bread
- Naturally sweetened with bananas and a touch of maple syrup
- Ready in about 20 minutes
- Perfect for weekend brunch or meal-prep breakfasts
- Kid-friendly and absolutely delicious
Ingredients
French Toast
- 4 slices Eat Royo Low Carb Artisan Bread (Use the code COOKINGKATIELADY at checkout to get 10% off your order!)
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup milk of choice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 25 g vanilla protein powder (You can use the discount code KATIE10 for a discount on Truvani protein here)
- 1 1/2 tbsp natural peanut butter
- 1 banana, mashed
Caramelized Bananas
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 banana (sliced lengthwise into 4 pieces)
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
How To Make It
- In a shallow bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and protein powder until smooth.
- Mash 1 banana. Spread the mashed banana evenly over 2 slices of the bread. Spread the peanut butter evenly over the remaining 2 slices. Place the peanut butter slices on top of the mashed banana slices to create 2 sandwiches. Trim the crusts if desired.
- Dip each sandwich into the French toast mixture, coating both sides well.
- Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease it with butter or cooking spray. Place 1 French toast sandwich on one side of the skillet. Add half of the sliced bananas to the other side with the cut side facing down.
- Drizzle half of the maple syrup over the banana slices and sprinkle with a little cinnamon. Cook for 3–4 minutes, then carefully flip both the French toast and the bananas. Continue cooking for another 3–4 minutes, or until the French toast is golden brown and the bananas are soft and caramelized.
- Repeat with the remaining sandwich, banana slices, maple syrup, and cinnamon.
- Serve immediately with the caramelized bananas spooned over the top and maple syrup.
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 lowers your blood pressure.
Katie’s Tips
- Vanilla protein powder works best for a classic French toast flavor.
- Cook over medium heat so the protein powder doesn’t burn before the center is cooked.
- Freshly ground cinnamon gives the best flavor.
- Add a sprinkle of chopped pecans or walnuts for extra crunch.
- Serve with fresh berries for even more flavor and fiber.
Storage
This recipe is best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in a skillet or air fryer to help crisp the outside again.
Tips and Variations
- Use vanilla protein powder for the best flavor.
- Add fresh blueberries for a fruity twist.
- Stir mini chocolate chips into the bread mixture for a sweeter version.
- Swap the challah rolls for your favorite high-protein bread.
- Add chopped pecans or walnuts to the streusel topping for extra crunch.
- Serve with Greek yogurt for an additional protein boost.
Health Benefits of the Ingredients
Eggs
Eggs are a great source of high-quality protein and contain essential nutrients such as choline, vitamin B12, and selenium.
Protein Powder
Protein powder helps increase the protein content of the recipe, making these muffins more filling and satisfying.
Cinnamon
Cinnamon adds natural flavor while providing antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds.
Eat Royo Bread
These rolls provide additional protein and fiber while helping keep the net carb count lower than traditional bread products.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use a different bread?
Yes, but Eat Royo Low Carb Artisan Bread keeps this recipe lower in carbs while adding extra protein and fiber for a more macro-friendly breakfast.
Can I use a different nut butter?
Absolutely. Almond butter or cashew butter are both delicious substitutions.
Can I make this dairy-free?
Yes! Use your favorite dairy-free milk and a dairy-free protein powder.
Can I freeze it?
Yes. Freeze the cooked French toast without the caramelized bananas for up to 2 months. Reheat in the toaster, oven, or air fryer before serving.
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Description
If you're looking for a cozy breakfast that feels indulgent but still fits your protein goals, my High Protein Peanut Butter Banana Stuffed French Toast is about to become a new favorite. It's made with creamy peanut butter, sweet bananas, and Eat Royo Low Carb Artisan Bread, giving you all the comfort of classic French toast with more protein, more fiber, and fewer net carbs. It also is a small batch recipe for two!
Ingredients
French Toast
Caramelized Bananas
Instructions
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In a shallow bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and protein powder until smooth.
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Mash 1 banana. Spread the mashed banana evenly over 2 slices of the bread. Spread the peanut butter evenly over the remaining 2 slices. Place the peanut butter slices on top of the mashed banana slices to create 2 sandwiches. Trim the crusts if desired.
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Dip each sandwich into the French toast mixture, coating both sides well.
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Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease it with butter or cooking spray. Place 1 French toast sandwich on one side of the skillet. Add half of the sliced bananas to the other side with the cut side facing down.
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Drizzle half of the maple syrup over the banana slices and sprinkle with a little cinnamon. Cook for 3–4 minutes, then carefully flip both the French toast and the bananas. Continue cooking for another 3–4 minutes, or until the French toast is golden brown and the bananas are soft and caramelized.
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Repeat with the remaining sandwich, banana slices, maple syrup, and cinnamon.
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Serve immediately with the caramelized bananas spooned over the top and maple syrup.
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Facts
Servings 2
Serving Size 1 stuffed french toast
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 398kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 10.7g17%
- Saturated Fat 3g15%
- Cholesterol 136.2mg46%
- Sodium 442mg19%
- Total Carbohydrate 69.6g24%
- Dietary Fiber 26.8g108%
- Sugars 27.4g
- Protein 27g54%
* 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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