Keto Gingerbread Protein French Toast Bites are warm, fluffy, high-protein breakfast bites infused with gingerbread spices and lightly coated in cinnamon sweetener. These sugar-free French toast cubes deliver cozy holiday flavor with a protein boost and perfect low-carb macros for winter mornings.
About This Recipe
These Keto Gingerbread Protein French Toast Bites are the perfect way to enjoy a festive, cozy, high-protein breakfast that tastes like a holiday treat but stays fully keto. Instead of traditional bread, this recipe uses a quick low-carb “protein bread” base that cooks into fluffy cubes ideal for soaking up a rich gingerbread custard mixture. Once pan-cooked in butter, each piece becomes golden and lightly crispy on the outside while staying soft and custardy inside—just like classic French toast, but completely sugar-free.
The gingerbread flavor comes from a warm blend of cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and a touch of allspice, creating that nostalgic December aroma as soon as the bites hit the pan. A scoop of protein powder adds both structure and nutrition, making the breakfast filling, energizing, and surprisingly fluffy. The bites are finished with a dusting of cinnamon sweetener or a drizzle of sugar-free syrup, making them feel indulgent without adding carbs.
These French toast bites cook fast, look impressive, and work incredibly well for both weekday breakfasts and slow holiday mornings. They’re kid-friendly, freezer-friendly, and easy to customize—add whipped cream, sugar-free chocolate chips, or even a cream cheese drizzle for a dessert-like breakfast. Because the recipe uses simple keto staples, it’s easy to make on repeat throughout the season without any complicated prep.
Whether you want a festive holiday breakfast, a high-protein start to your day, or a winter morning treat that fits your macros, these gingerbread French toast bites bring the perfect balance of warmth, comfort, sweetness, and protein.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- High-protein holiday breakfast
- Soft inside, golden and crisp outside
- Warm gingerbread spice flavor
- Completely sugar-free and keto-friendly
- Ready in minutes
- Kid-friendly and great for meal prep
- Cozy winter morning recipe
- Works with any low-carb bread base
Ingredients
Protein Bread Cubes
- 1 large egg
- 1 tbsp almond flour
- 1 tbsp vanilla protein powder (low-carb)
- 1 tbsp heavy cream
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
Gingerbread Custard
- 1 egg
- 2 tbsp heavy cream
- 1 tbsp granular sweetener
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/8 tsp allspice
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
To Cook
- 1 tbsp butter
Optional Toppings
- Cinnamon “sugar” (sweetener + cinnamon)
- Sugar-free syrup
- Whipped cream (sugar-free)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together egg, almond flour, protein powder, heavy cream, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- Microwave the mixture in a mug for 60–75 seconds until set, then cut into cubes.
- In another bowl, whisk egg, heavy cream, sweetener, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, allspice, and vanilla to make the custard.
- Toss the bread cubes in the custard until fully coated.
- Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add coated cubes and cook 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crisp.
- Add optional toppings and serve warm.
Nutrition (per serving)
- Calories: 310
- Fat: 23g
- Protein: 20g
- Net Carbs: 4g
FAQ
- Can I use store-bought keto bread?
Yes—cut into cubes and skip the mug bread step. - Can I make this dairy-free?
Use coconut cream and dairy-free protein. - Can I air fry the bites?
Yes—air fry at 375°F for 5–6 minutes after coating. - Can I double the recipe?
Absolutely—scale all ingredients evenly. - Can I meal-prep them?
Cook and refrigerate; reheat in skillet or air fryer.
Variations & Substitutions
- Add pumpkin spice for a holiday twist
- Use chocolate protein powder
- Add sugar-free chocolate chips
- Serve with orange zest and whipped cream
- Add a cream cheese drizzle for extra richness
Serving Suggestions
- Serve with sugar-free syrup
- Pair with a holiday latte
- Add whipped cream for a festive breakfast
Keto Gingerbread Protein French Toast Bites
Ingredients
Protein Bread Cubes
- 1 large egg
- 1 tbsp almond flour
- 1 tbsp vanilla protein powder (low-carb)
- 1 tbsp heavy cream
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
Gingerbread Custard
- 1 egg
- 2 tbsp heavy cream
- 1 tbsp granular sweetener
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/8 tsp allspice
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
To Cook
- 1 tbsp butter
Optional Toppings
- Cinnamon “sugar” (sweetener + cinnamon)
- Sugar-free syrup
- Whipped cream (sugar-free)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together egg, almond flour, protein powder, heavy cream, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- Microwave the mixture in a mug for 60–75 seconds until set, then cut into cubes.
- In another bowl, whisk egg, heavy cream, sweetener, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, allspice, and vanilla to make the custard.
- Toss the bread cubes in the custard until fully coated.
- Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add coated cubes and cook 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crisp.
- Add optional toppings and serve warm.
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