# Components:
→ Bread
01 - 8 slices whole grain or brioche bread, preferably slightly stale
→ Egg Mixture
02 - 4 large eggs
03 - 1 cup (8 fl oz) milk (dairy or unsweetened almond milk)
04 - 1/2 cup (4 oz) plain Greek yogurt or cottage cheese
05 - 1 scoop (about 1 oz) vanilla or unflavored protein powder
06 - 1 tablespoon (0.5 fl oz) maple syrup or honey
07 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
08 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
09 - Pinch of salt
→ For Cooking
10 - 1 tablespoon (0.5 oz) unsalted butter or coconut oil
→ Optional Toppings
11 - Fresh berries
12 - Sliced bananas
13 - Extra Greek yogurt
14 - Maple syrup
# Directions:
01 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, Greek yogurt or cottage cheese, protein powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
02 - Preheat a large nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat and melt half the butter or oil.
03 - Dip each slice of bread into the egg mixture, allowing it to absorb the liquid for 10 to 15 seconds on each side.
04 - Place the soaked bread slices onto the skillet and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side, until golden brown and custardy in the center. Add the remaining butter or oil as needed to prevent sticking.
05 - Serve immediately with your choice of optional toppings such as fresh berries, sliced bananas, extra Greek yogurt, or maple syrup.
