This protein-rich healthy take on the classic sweet breakfast is creamy, filling and vegan-friendly. If you’re on the lookout for another recipe that is high in protein, consider giving the Rich & Chocolatey Vegan Protein Balls or my Breakfast Cookie a try. Or for easy breakfast recipe, you can try my Air Fryer Pancakes.
Ingredients You’ll Need
This protein-packed French toast is creamy, custardy, and so satisfying. Perfect after a workout or as a cozy weekend treat! You’ll find all the exact measurements in the recipe card below, but here’s what you’ll need:
- Plant-based milk (I like soy for the protein boost)
- Vanilla protein powder (make sure it’s plant-based)
- Chia seeds
- Smooth peanut butter
- Maple syrup
- Vanilla extract
- Wholewheat bread (high-protein if you can find it!)
- A little vegetable oil (for cooking)
- Fresh berries or any fruit you love
- A dollop of soy yogurt
- Extra maple syrup (because obviously)
Instructions
Follow these easy steps, and check the recipe card below for all the exact times and measurements.
Step One: Blend everything—except the bread and oil—until smooth. Pour into a shallow dish and let it thicken for a few minutes.
Step Two: Dip each bread slice into the batter, soaking both sides well.
Step Three: Heat a pan with a bit of oil or vegan butter. Cook the soaked slices until golden on both sides.
Step Four: Serve warm with berries, soy yogurt, and maple syrup.
Vegan Protein French Toast
Equipment
- Blender
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups soy milk unsweetened preferred; approx. 340g
- 2 tbsp chia seeds approx. 25g
- 2 tbsp peanut butter smooth; approx. 34g
- 2 tbsp maple syrup approx. 42g
- 1 tsp vanilla extract approx. 5g
- 70 g vanilla protein powder plant-based; use 1–2 scoops to total 70g
- 12 slices whole wheat bread thick-cut or high-protein if preferred
- vegetable oil or vegan butter for cooking
To Serve (optional):
- Berries or fruit of choice
- Maple syrup
- Soy yogurt
Instructions
- Add the soy milk, chia seeds, peanut butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and protein powder to a blender. Blend until smooth. Pour the batter into a shallow dish and let sit for 5–10 minutes to thicken slightly.
- Dip each slice of bread into the batter and soak for 1 minute. Flip and soak the other side for 30–60 seconds, or until fully coated but not falling apart.
- Heat a large skillet or nonstick pan over medium heat. Add a little oil or vegan butter. Once hot, add the soaked bread slices (cook in batches if needed). Cook for 1–2 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crisp on the outside.
- Serve warm with berries, extra maple syrup, and a dollop of soy yogurt if desired.
sarah says
this came out SO GOOD! i didn’t have chia seeds which i was worried about but it ended up totally fine! be generous with your pan spray is my only advice 🙂
Liz Douglas says
happy it turned out well for you Sarah. and thanks for sharing the tip 🙂
Janet k. says
So easy, loved it
Umair says
Quintessential home-cooked goodness.
Hong Nguyen says
Made this for my family and they really liked it
Tine says
this turned out so good! and it actually kept me full until lunch