Microwave french toast takes no time at all and makes breakfast so easy.
This Diabetes-Friendly version of microwave French toast comes together in just under 5 minutes! And, it’s great as breakfast, snack, or just because!
This recipe for Diabetes-Friendly Microwave French Toast in a Mug was developed by Milk & Honey Nutrition intern, Ashley Kim. Learn more about Ashley here.
Microwave French toast… in a mug?
Mug recipes have been trendy for a while, but this one is extra special. French toast doesn’t have to just be a weekend brunch treat. This recipe will guarantee a nutritious and sweet start to your day!
I love mug recipes because they’re 1 serving. No scraping leftovers into tupperware that I’ll forget about. Also since it’s just one dish, there’s way less dishes than making traditional french toast.
How to make french toast in a mug
To start, you need to whisk together your wet ingredients in the mug. Then you can add your bread pieces and mix until the bread’s absorbed all the liquid. Then, all you need to do is pop it into the microwave for 1-2 minutes, and voila! You have french toast in a mug.
Microwave French toast and microwave time
The time you need to cook your french toast will depend on your microwave. I recommend setting your microwave on high so the french toast can cook in under 2 minutes. The type of mug you use might also change the time. Ceramic mugs will hold heat better than glass mugs in the microwave, so might need less time to cook.
Are microwaves bad for you?
Microwaves are not bad for you! Lots of people are scared of the bad waves from this machine. Or they think that the food gets less healthy after getting zapped. But, this isn’t true!
There’s nothing to prove that the waves can hurt our bodies when we eat the food. Also, all cooking can take away the nutrients from our foods. Not just microwaves.
Why cook in a microwave?
Microwaves cook your food faster than other tools. This can actually save the nutrients in the food. One study shows that boiling veggies can actually destroy more vitamin C than zapping it for a few minutes. And let’s not forget the obvious. Microwaves are fast! Why spend 10 minutes boiling something when you can do it in less than half that time?
Can people with diabetes eat french toast?
If you have diabetes and love french toast, you can absolutely enjoy it! And yes, that includes the maple syrup. Instead of taking away yummy breakfast options, like french toast, think of ways you can add high fiber and protein foods to the meal to make it more blood sugar friendly.
Is french toast good for diabetes?
French toast, in its purest state, is:
- Bread
- Eggs
- Milk
- Sweetener
- Vanilla
- Cinnamon
- Oil (for pan frying)
So you get carbs from the bread and sugar. But you also get protein and fat from the milk and eggs, yummy flavor from the vanilla and cinnamon, and even fiber if you use whole grain bread. So the answer is that french toast can most definitely be good for diabetes! As always, it’s all about adding in fat, fiber, and protein to your meal.
Diabetes friendly french toast
There are tons of ways you can make french toast more diabetes friendly! Here are some mix ins you can add give and extra boost of fiber and protein:
Blood sugar friendly toppings for microwave french toast
- Frozen berries
- Hemp seeds
- Sliced almonds
- Peanut butter
- Cocoa powder
- Chocolate chips
- Pumpkin seeds
- Unsweetened coconut flakes
There’s also a more classic diabetes friendly sourdough french toast recipe perfect for those slow mornings.
Diabetes-Friendly Microwave French Toast in a Mug
Ingredients
- 1 slice whole wheat sandwich bread use gluten free if needed
- 1 large egg
- 1 ½ Tbsp milk use water if desired
- 1 Tbsp peanut butter
- ¼ tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp honey
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 pinch baking powder
Instructions
- In a microwave safe mug, whisk together the egg, milk, peanut butter, vanilla, honey, cinnamon, and baking powder until combined.
- Tear the bread into 1 inch pieces and put into the mug.
- Stir the bread into the egg mixture until it has soaked up the liquid.
- Microwave for 1-2 minutes or until the egg is cooked through.
- Serve with your favorite toppings and enjoy!
