Coconut and Macadamia French Toast
Michael Matthews adapted by JojoM
A high-protein twist on classic French toast, topped with bananas, coconut, and macadamia nuts—perfect for a lean and delicious breakfast.
🥥 Coconut and Macadamia French Toast
This Coconut and Macadamia French Toast is a tropical, high-protein twist on a breakfast classic 🌴. Each slice is soaked in a creamy vanilla-cinnamon mixture, pan-grilled to perfection, and topped with fresh banana slices, crunchy macadamia nuts, and shredded coconut flakes. It’s a sweet and satisfying way to start your day—perfect for a lean muscle-building breakfast or a post-workout meal 💪.
🍞 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
If you love French toast but want to keep it high in protein and full of flavor, this recipe is for you! The combination of vanilla protein powder, whole-grain bread, and healthy fats from macadamia nuts creates a balanced and nourishing breakfast. The coconut topping adds just the right tropical flair without extra sugar.
🔪 Step-by-Step Guide
1. Make the French Toast
Start by whisking together milk, eggs, and egg whites in a shallow dish. Add in your vanilla protein powder and ground cinnamon, whisking until smooth. Dip each slice of whole-grain bread into the mixture—let it soak for about 30 seconds so it absorbs all the delicious flavor.
Heat a nonstick pan with a bit of cooking spray and cook each slice for about 2 minutes per side, until golden and firm.
2. Prepare the Topping
In a small bowl, combine sliced banana, chopped macadamia nuts, and unsweetened coconut flakes 🥥. Pile this tropical mix over your warm French toast slices for the ultimate finish.
💡 Tips for Perfect French Toast
- ✅ Don’t overcrowd the pan — give each slice room to cook evenly.
- ✅ Let the bread soak well in the mixture for that custardy texture.
- ✅ Use day-old bread or slightly dry slices—they hold up better when soaked.
🥗 Nutrition Highlights
Each serving of this delicious French toast provides about 310 calories, with an impressive 43g of protein! It’s low in sugar and rich in fiber, making it an excellent fit for a balanced breakfast that fuels your day right.
Macros per serving:
🍳 Calories: 310
💪 Protein: 43g
🥥 Fat: 18g
🍌 Carbs: 46g
🌾 Fiber: 5g
🌞 Final Thoughts
This Coconut and Macadamia French Toast proves that healthy eating doesn’t mean sacrificing flavor. Whether you’re powering up for the gym or treating yourself to a lazy weekend brunch, this recipe delivers tropical sweetness, creamy texture, and muscle-fueling nutrition in every bite 😋.
Coconut and Macadamia French Toast
Michael Matthews adapted by JojoMA high-protein twist on classic French toast, topped with bananas, coconut, and macadamia nuts—perfect for a lean and delicious breakfast.
Chef's Tips
Don’t overcrowd the pan when cooking.
Let the bread soak well for best texture.
Tools Used
Whisk Or Fork
Shallow Dish
Nonstick Pan
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Ingredients
French Toast
Topping
Instructions
Make the French Toast
- 1
In a shallow dish, whisk together milk, eggs, and egg whites.
- 2
Add protein powder and cinnamon; whisk until fully combined.
- 3
Soak each bread slice in the mixture for about 30 seconds or until soggy.
- 4
Heat a nonstick pan with cooking spray over medium-high heat.
- 5
Cook 1–2 slices at a time until golden brown on one side, about 2 minutes.
- 6
Flip and cook until firm, another 1–2 minutes. Repeat with remaining slices.
Prepare the Topping
- 1
In a small bowl, combine sliced banana, macadamia nuts, and coconut flakes.
- 2
Top each French toast slice with the banana-nut-coconut mixture and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 2 pieces
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
