- July 29, 2022
- by Amy Gorin, MS, RDN
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Pistachio Grape Fruit French Toast
Ready for delicious fruit French toast with pan-roasted grapes? It’s high in protein and fiber. Plus, it takes only takes 10 minutes to make!
There’s nothing better than French toast for breakfast––and there are so many different ways that you can make it. This fruit French toast with grapes is one of my favorites. It’s a unique way to use fresh grapes, and it’s super simple to put together.
Plus, it boasts 20 grams of protein and 6 grams of fiber per serving.
You’ll definitely want to add fruit French toast to your breakfast menu. It checks all the boxes: It’s quick, easy, and it’s healthy. Ready to give fruit French toast a try? Let’s do it!
Ingredients
French toast with fruit is pretty simple to make. You’ll need typical French toast ingredients, as well as toppings. Here’s an overview of the ingredient list:
For the french toast: You’ll need 2 slices of whole-wheat bread, 1 large egg, 1 large egg white, ¼ tsp vanilla extract, and ⅛ tsp cinnamon.
Grapes: This is the fruit that I used for this recipe! You only need ½ cup, and you’ll slice the grapes in half before adding them to the French toast as a topping.
Pistachios: These are a tasty and crunchy topping for fruit French toast. These also provide a trio of fiber, healthy fats, and plant-based protein.
Seasonings: Add a pinch of nutmeg and cinnamon to top the French toast!
Nutrition
French toast has a bad reputation when it comes to nutrition, as it’s often pretty high in added sugar. But this healthy fruit French toast is as healthy as it gets. It doesn’t contain any added sugar, it’s high in fiber and protein, and you get healthy fats from the toppings.
Here’s a look at its nutrition, including Daily Values (DVs):
- Calories: 391
- Total fat: 16 g (21% DV)
- Sodium: 380 mg (17% DV)
- Saturated fat: 3 g (15% DV)
- Fiber: 6 g (21% DV)
- Protein: 20 g (40% DV)
- Carbs: 43 g (16% DV)
- Sugar: 16 g
Helpful kitchen tools
These kitchen items will make whipping up fruit French toast that much easier!
Step-by-step instructions
Here’s how to make fruit French toast:
Make the egg mixture: In a small bowl, whisk together the egg, egg white, vanilla extract, and ⅛ teaspoon cinnamon.
Dip bread in egg mixture: Take the whole-wheat bread slices and dip them into the egg mixture, turning them to evenly coat the sides. Tip: Don’t leave the bread in the egg mixture for too long, or it may get soggy.
Cook the French toast: Spray a large non-stick pan with oil. Cook the bread slides over medium heat until browned on both sides.
Saute the grapes: While the French toast is cooking, heat olive oil in a small nonstick pan. Saute the grapes over medium-high heat, about 3-4 minutes, until they begin to soften.
Add toppings: When the French toast is cooked and the grapes are sauteed, put the toast on a plate and top with grapes, pistachios, nutmeg, and remaining cinnamon. Enjoy!
Recipe FAQ
The possibilities are endless! Really, any fruit tastes great as a French toast topping. You can try it with grapes, like in this recipe––or go for berries, banana slices, peaches, cherries or oranges.
There are a couple of things you can do to prevent French toast from getting soggy. One is to toast the bread lightly before soaking it in the egg mixture.
It’s also a good idea to not leave the bread in the egg mixture for too long, otherwise it will be more likely to get soggy.
The best bread for French toast depends on what you like! The breakfast is commonly made with brioche, challah, sourdough, French bread, or plain old white bread. I used whole-grain bread to make the recipe healthier and higher in fiber.
Absolutely! Simply use your favorite gluten-free bread to make the French toast.
More healthy French toast recipes
Can’t get enough of this fruit French toast? Take a look at my other tasty French toast recipes:
- French toast with Greek yogurt and apples
- Challah French Toast Casserole
- Pomegranate Pecan French Toast
- Mandarin Orange French Toast
- Protein French Toast
Final thoughts
This French toast is amazing! It’s packed with nutrition and has 20 grams of protein, making it a filling breakfast.
Plus, it’s easy to make and store––you can make a big batch to have on hand for busy weekday mornings or save it as a special breakfast treat on the weekend. Give it a try, and let me know what you think!
Fruit French Toast with Pistachios & Grapes
Ingredients
- 2 slices whole-wheat bread gluten free, if needed
- 1 large egg
- 1 large egg white
- ¼ tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp cinnamon, divided
- Olive oil spray
- ½ cup seedless grapes, halved
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1½ tbsp pistachios, chopped
- 1 pinch nutmeg
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together egg, egg white, vanilla extract and 1/8 tsp. cinnamon.
- Dip bread into egg mixture, turning to evenly coat sides. Spray a large non-stick pan with oil; cook bread slices over medium heat until browned on both sides.
- Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a small nonstick pan. Saute grapes over medium-high heat, about 3 to 4 minutes, until they begin to soften.
- Top toast with grapes, pistachios, nutmeg, and remaining cinnamon.
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