A wholesome, lighter take on French toast bake. Made with whole grain bread, almond milk, and egg whites, topped with crunchy pecans. Perfect for a guilt-free brunch.
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 45 minutes mins
Total Time 1 hour hr
Course Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine Canadian
Servings 10
Calories 220 kcal
- 1 loaf Whole grain or sourdough bread, cubed
- 4 large Eggs
- 4 large Egg whites
- 2 cups Unsweetened almond milk
- 0.25 cup Pure maple syrup
- 1 tbsp Vanilla extract
- 2 tsp Cinnamon
- 0.5 cup Pecans, chopped
- 1 tbsp Brown sugar (for topping)
Grease a 9x13 baking dish. Add bread cubes.
Whisk eggs, whites, almond milk, syrup, vanilla, and cinnamon.
Pour mixture over bread. Let soak for 30 mins (or overnight).
Sprinkle pecans and brown sugar on top.
Bake at 350°F for 40-45 minutes until set.
Keyword brunch recipe, healthy french toast casserole, light breakfast bake, whole wheat french toast