French toast made with sliced bagel
French toast made with sliced bagel is a hearty breakfast dish where bagel halves are soaked in a sweetened egg-and-milk mixture, then pan-fried until golden. It combines the chewy, dense texture of a bagel with the custardy richness of classic French toast. This variation is a popular twist on the traditional French toast, often enjoyed in North American diners and home kitchens.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in carbohydrates and fat, with a moderate amount of protein from the egg batter and bagel. A typical serving provides around 400-500 calories, along with key nutrients like calcium, iron, and B vitamins.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 450 kcal |
| Protein | 15 g |
| Carbs | 55 g |
| Fat | 18 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 12 g |
| Sodium | 580 mg |
| Calcium | 150 mg |
| Iron | 3.5 mg |
| Potassium | 200 mg |
| Vitamin A | 150 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.8 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 180 mg |
| Selenium | 22 mcg |
| Folate | 80 mcg |
Per 2 bagel halves (about 150 g total, from one medium bagel) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Using bagels instead of bread creates a denser, more substantial French toast that holds up well to toppings like syrup and butter. Nutritionally, the bagel's higher protein and fiber content (compared to standard bread) can make it a more filling option.
