Recipes: Apple French Toast

Prep time: 15-20 minutes, plus overnight soak, plus 1 hour bake time next day

Ingredients:

2 medium apples (Cortland, Granny Smith, etc.)
1 c. egg alternative
12-oz. can of evaporated skim milk
4 slices of cinnamon swirl bread
½ c. granulated sugar, divided
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. nutmeg

Directions:

Spray 8x8 baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
Line bottom with 4 slices of cinnamon swirl bread.
Mix egg alternative, evaporated skim milk, ¼ c. sugar together.
Pour half of egg mixture over bread.
Arrange apple slices over egg-bread layer.
Pour remainder of egg mixture over apple slices.
Mix remaining ¼ c. of sugar with cinnamon and nutmeg; sprinkle evenly over top of apple-egg layer.
Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
Next day: Preheat oven to 350° Fahrenheit (176° Celsius). Bake for 60 minutes until fluffy and golden brown and egg mixture is set.
(Note: French toast will "deflate" when taken out of oven).
Makes: 6 servings

Serving size: 1/6 of pan

Nutritional analysis (per serving):

209 calories
10 g protein
1 g fat
0.2 g sat. fat
40 g carbohydrate
2 g fiber
3 mg cholesterol
210 mg sodium
232 mg calcium
1 mg iron
32 mcg folic acid

Nutritional analysis may vary depending on ingredient brands used.

This recipe is an excellent source of protein, calcium, and riboflavin, which are essential during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

This is a great make-ahead breakfast dish for the whole family. Serve with turkey bacon or soy sausages and maple syrup.

Note: This recipe is especially for pregnant and breastfeeding women, but it can be a nutritious part of almost anyone's diet. Pregnant and breastfeeding women need to consume extra calories and eat a variety of nutritious foods to contribute to their baby's growth and development.