I adore bread, but sometimes I know I need to cut down my consumption and eat something a bit healthier.
This is one of those handy little recipes that takes hardly any effort and gives you a quick, high-protein bread alternative in just a few minutes.
The basic idea works well, but if you find it tastes a little too eggy, a few small tweaks can make it feel more like bread and less like a microwaved omelette.
Ingredients
- 3 dessertspoons of oat bran
- 1 dessertspoon of plain yogurt
- 1 dessertspoon of milk
- 1 egg
- 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder
- A small pinch of salt
Method
- Add all the ingredients to a mug, ramekin, or small microwave-safe bowl.
- Mix well until the batter is smooth.
- Microwave for 2 minutes to 2 minutes 30 seconds, until nicely set. I use a shallow microwave-safe dish so it cooks in a good 'slice' shape
- Leave it to stand for 1 to 2 minutes before turning it out. This helps it firm up and improves the texture.
- Slice if needed, then grill both sides until lightly browned.
Easy Ways To Improve The Flavour
- Add a pinch of black pepper for a more savoury finish.
- Try a little garlic powder or onion powder to mask any egginess.
- A small sprinkle of grated cheese works well if you want more flavour
Approximate Nutrition Per Bread
- Calories: around 130 to 140 kcal
- Protein: around 10 to 11g
- Carbohydrates: around 13 to 15g
- Fat: around 6 to 7g
- Fibre: around 2 to 3g
Nutrition is approximate and will vary depending on the yogurt, milk, and exact spoon sizes used.
Serving Idea
This works nicely as a quick breakfast bread, toasted sandwich base, or something to have alongside eggs, cottage cheese, or a bit of peanut butter if you want to push the protein up further. As a vegetarian, I like to have this bread with Quorn Sausages or grilled Quorn Fillets for a filling lunch.
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