Cozy Mornings, Perfected in Pears
Let’s talk about the ultimate breakfast indulgence: this caramelized pear French toast. Imagine slices of golden-brown toast, a creamy yogurt whip, and spiced caramelized pears that taste like a warm hug on a chilly morning. This recipe isn’t just breakfast—it’s a holiday morning tradition in the making.
If you’ve ever thought French toast was a little plain, this cinnamon pear French toast is here to change your mind. The pears are browned in butter, sugar, and cinnamon, transforming into soft, sweet perfection. The French toast itself is lightly crisp on the outside and fluffy on the inside—exactly what breakfast dreams are made of.
And here’s the kicker: this cozy creation is packed with 34 grams of protein. Yes, you heard that right. A high-protein breakfast that feels like dessert? Sign me up. It’s also super simple to make and comes together in less than 30 minutes. Perfect for slow weekends or when you need to impress someone without breaking a sweat.
Layer your perfectly caramelized pears over the warm toast, add a dollop of that velvety yogurt whip, and you’ve got a breakfast so good, you’ll want to make it every day. So easy, so comforting, and just the right amount of indulgence.
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Caramelized Pear French Toast
Ingredients
Pears:
- 7 g Unsalted Light Butter (Smart Balance!)
- 1 Bartlett Pear (peeled and halved)
- 8 g Zero Calories Sweetener (H-E-B)
- Pinch of Cinnamon
French Toast:
- 1 Extra Large Egg (Vital Farms)
- 46 g Egg Whites
- 90 ml Unsweetened Protein Plant Milk (Good Karma)
- ½ tsp Vanilla Extract
- 15 g Unflavored Whey Casein Protein Powder (Naked Nutrition)
- ½ tsp Cinnamon
- ¼ tsp Nutmeg
- 6 slices Sprouted Grain Bread (Food for Life)
Yogurt Whip:
- 113 g Plain Whole Milk Greek Yogurt (Wallaby Organic)
- ½ tsp Vanilla Extract
- 15 ml Sugar Free Syrup
Toppings:
- Powdered Sugar
- 30 ml Sugar Free Syrup
Instructions
Pear:
- Clean and prep your pears. Remove/cut off any excess stems.1 (0.4 lb) Bartlett Pear
- To a small pan on low to medium heat, melt in your butter. Then add in your pear halves face down. Sprinkle the tops with half of your sugar and cinnamon.7 g (0.5 tbsp) Unsalted Light Butter, 8 g (2 tsp) Zero Calories Sweetener, Pinch of Cinnamon
- Let these sit and cook on low while you cook your French toast.
French Toast:
- In a shallow dish whisk together the egg, milk, and vanilla. Then add the protein powder, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Make sure everything is mixed well. Don’t worry if there are lumps from the protein powder.1 Extra Large Egg, 46 g (3 tbsp) Egg Whites, 90 ml (0.25 cups + 1 tbsp) Unsweetened Protein Plant Milk, 1/2 tsp Vanilla Extract, 15 g (0.47) Unflavored Whey Casein Protein Powder, 1/2 tsp Cinnamon, 1/4 tsp Nutmeg
- Dip each slice of bread and coat front and back. Remove immediately and add to a nonstick pan on medium heat.6 slices Sprouted Grain Bread
- Cook on each side until golden brown. Repeat until all slices of bread are used.
Pears:
- During this time, the pears should be softening. Flip them over to reveal the beautiful caramel colored bottom. Sprinkle with the remaining sugar and let it cook for a minute.
Yogurt Whip:
- Meanwhile, mix the whip ingredients together in a small bowl until smooth.113 g (0.5 cups) Plain Whole Milk Greek Yogurt, 1/2 tsp Vanilla Extract, 15 ml (1 tbsp) Sugar Free Syrup
Serve:
- Slice your pears for serving. Add three of your french toast slices to a plate. Dollop of yogurt, topped with slices of pear. Repeat for the second serving.
- Top with powdered sugar and a generous amount of syrup. And enjoy!30 ml (2 tbsp) Sugar Free Syrup, Powdered Sugar
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Nutrition Information
The Nutrition Facts above are specific to the ingredients I chose to use for this recipe.
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