🍯 High-Protein Pecan Pie Bread Pudding
Ingredients
🍞 For the pudding:
- 4 cups whole-grain or sprouted bread, cubed (day-old works best)
- 2 cups unsweetened almond milk (or skim milk)
- ¾ cup plain Greek yogurt (2%)
- ½ cup vanilla or caramel protein powder
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tbsp honey or pure maple syrup
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- Pinch of sea salt
🥜 For the pecan topping:
- ½ cup chopped pecans
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil or melted coconut oil
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Lightly grease an 8×8-inch baking dish with olive oil or spray. - Prepare the bread base:
- Place cubed bread into the baking dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together almond milk, Greek yogurt, protein powder, eggs, honey, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt until smooth.
- Pour mixture evenly over the bread and gently press down to soak.
- Let it rest for 10–15 minutes to absorb the liquid.
- Make the pecan topping:
- In a small bowl, mix pecans, honey, olive oil, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
- Sprinkle evenly over the soaked bread mixture.
- Bake:
- Bake for 35–40 minutes, until the top is golden and slightly crisp, but the center is soft and set.
- Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.
- Optional protein glaze (extra indulgent):
- Mix 2 tbsp Greek yogurt, 1 tbsp protein powder, and 1 tsp honey.
- Drizzle over warm pudding.
💪 Nutrition (approx. per serving, 6–8 servings):
- Calories: ~220–250
- Protein: 18–22g
- Carbs: 20–25g
- Fat: 8–10g
🌿 Mediterranean-Style Benefits
✅ Uses olive oil and pecans for heart-healthy fats
✅ Greek yogurt & eggs for natural protein
✅ Sweetened with honey or maple syrup, not refined sugar
✅ Whole-grain bread adds fiber and minerals
Serving Ideas
Serve warm with:
- A dollop of Greek yogurt + cinnamon
- A drizzle of warm honey
- Or a side of fresh berries 🍓
Would you like me to give you a no-added-sugar version next (sweetened only with fruit or dates)?
