Cheesy Fruity and Crunchy Bran Toast Recipe

Name: Cheesy Fruity and Crunchy Bran Toast
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 slices whole wheat bread; 4 tablespoons cream cheese (reduced-fat); 4 teaspoons orange marmalade low sugar; 2 large eggs; 2 large egg whites; 1 each oranges zest and juice; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 1/2 cups bran flakes cereal; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 tablespoons butter, unsalted; 2 tablespoons sugar or maple syrup, optional

Servings: persons

8 slices whole wheat bread
4 tablespoons cream cheese (reduced-fat)
4 teaspoons orange marmalade low sugar
2 large eggs
2 large egg whites
1 each oranges zest and juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups bran flakes cereal
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 tablespoons butter, unsalted
2 tablespoons sugar or maple syrup, optional

1
Spread 4 bread slices with 1 tablespoon cream cheese each; spread the other 4 slices with 1 teaspoon marmalade each.
2
Combine to make 4 sandwiches.
3
Mix the whole eggs, egg whites, orange zest and juice, and vanilla in a shallow dish, whisk well.
4
Put the bran flakes in a zip-lock bag and crush with a rolling pin.
5
Pour the crumbs onto a plate.
6
Dip both sides of each sandwich in the egg mixture, then in the bran flakes crumbs, gently pressing the crumbs onto the bread.
7
Heat 1 tablespoon each oil and butter in a skillet or griddle over medium heat.
8
Arrange the sandwiches in batches and cook until the outsides are golden and the insides are melted, 3 to 4 minutes per side.
9
(Add more oil and butter, if desired.)
10
Slice the bran toast sandwiches into triangles.
11
Cool for a couple of minutes before serving.
12
Serve with sugar sprinkled or maple syrup drizzled on top!

290

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 slices whole wheat bread, 4 tablespoons cream cheese (reduced-fat), 4 teaspoons orange marmalade low sugar, 2 large eggs, and more.

Yes, Cheesy Fruity and Crunchy Bran Toast falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cheesy Fruity and Crunchy Bran Toast

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Variations & substitutions

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