A delicious and nutritious High Protein Cranberry Orange French Toast Bake that combines the flavors of cranberry and orange for a delightful breakfast treat.
Author:Dija
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:35 minutes
Total Time:50 minutes
Yield:6 servings 1x
Category:Breakfast
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:High Protein
Ingredients
Scale
8 slices whole grain bread
1 cup cottage cheese
1 cup milk
4 large eggs
1/2 cup fresh cranberries
1/4 cup orange juice
1 tablespoon orange zest
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 cup maple syrup (optional)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large bowl, whisk together the cottage cheese, milk, eggs, orange juice, orange zest, vanilla extract, and cinnamon.
Cut the bread into cubes and add it to the mixture, stirring to combine.
Fold in the fresh cranberries.
Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish and spread evenly.
Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
Let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Drizzle with maple syrup if desired.
Notes
For a sweeter version, add more maple syrup or a sprinkle of powdered sugar on top.
This dish can be prepared the night before and baked in the morning.
Feel free to substitute cranberries with other fruits like blueberries or raspberries.