Protein Bread Pudding

Protein Bread Pudding

Here’s a delicious and waste-free way to give your bread a second life! This moist, lightly sweetened pudding is easy to prepare with whatever fruit you have on hand. Our dietitians recommend it as a satisfying snack or breakfast thanks to its high protein content. For more tips on reducing food waste, check out our 6 Tips to Avoid Food Waste.

Preparation 10 min
Cooking 30 min
Waiting 0 min
Servings 6
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Calories 230
Fat 4
Carbohydrates 34
Fibre 3
Protein 13
Sodium 310

Ingredients

  • 3 large eggs
  • 250 ml (1 cup) skim evaporated milk
  • 80 ml (⅓ cup) egg whites
  • 60 ml (¼ cup) maple syrup
  • 7 ml (½ tbsp) vanilla extract
  • 6 slices whole wheat bread, cut into cubes
  • 60 ml (¼ cup) TVP (textured vegetable protein)
  • 250 ml (1 cup) frozen fruit of your choice

    Topping (optional)

  • Unsweetened shredded coconut
  • Brown sugar or maple syrup
  • Cinnamon

Preparation

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, egg whites, maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
  3. Stir in the bread cubes and TVP. Mix well to soak the bread. Add the fruit and mix again.
  4. Transfer to a lightly greased or parchment-lined baking dish.
  5. Sprinkle with coconut and brown sugar, if desired.
  6. Bake for about 30 minutes or until the centre is set and the top is lightly golden.
  7. Let cool for a few minutes before serving with a touch of cinnamon.

Notes

Keeps for 4 days in the refrigerator in an airtight container.