Baked French Toast with Blackberry Maple Syrup is a comforting breakfast dish that combines the classic goodness of French toast with the rich, fruity sweetness of homemade blackberry syrup. Perfect for a special weekend breakfast, holiday brunch, or anytime you want to indulge in a warm and satisfying treat.
To start, prepare the French toast base by whisking together eggs, milk, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt in a large bowl. Dip slices of thick, sturdy bread (like brioche or challah) into the egg mixture, ensuring each slice is well-coated. Arrange the soaked bread slices in a baking dish, and pour any remaining egg mixture over the top, pressing gently to soak the bread. Cover and refrigerate the assembled dish for at least an hour, or overnight, to allow the flavors to meld together and the bread to absorb the custard.
When you’re ready to bake, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the French toast, uncovered, for 30-40 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy on the edges. The custard inside will stay soft and fluffy, making each bite a perfect combination of texture.
While the French toast is baking, make the blackberry maple syrup. In a saucepan, combine fresh blackberries, maple syrup, and a squeeze of lemon juice. Bring to a simmer and cook for about 5-7 minutes, mashing the berries gently as they soften. Once the syrup has thickened slightly, remove it from the heat.
Once the French toast is done, serve it warm with a generous drizzle of the homemade blackberry maple syrup. Garnish with fresh berries and a dusting of powdered sugar for an extra touch of sweetness.
This Baked French Toast with Blackberry Maple Syrup is the ultimate breakfast indulgence. The fluffy French toast pairs perfectly with the tangy-sweet blackberry syrup, creating a comforting and satisfying dish that will make any morning feel like a celebration.
Ingredients
- 4 slices bread preferably day-old
- 2 cups milk any variety
- 3 tablespoons sugar granulated
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract pure
- 4 pieces eggs large
- 1 cup blackberries fresh or frozen
- 1/2 cup maple syrup pure
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and eggs.
- Arrange the bread slices in a baking dish and pour the milk mixture over them. Let it soak for 5-10 minutes.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the custard is set and the top is golden.
- Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the blackberries and maple syrup over medium heat.
- Cook until the blackberries are soft and the syrup is slightly thickened, about 5 minutes.
- Serve the baked French toast with the blackberry maple syrup drizzled on top.
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Yall, this is just toast. What’s the big deal? Not impressed.
This recipe was amazing! The blackberry syrup was a game changer! Will definitely make again.
Easy to do! I made it for brunch and everyone loved it! Thanks!
Looks too easy to be good. I might try it, but doesn’t seem special. 🤷♂️
I’m glad it turned out well for you! This recipe is a winner for sure. 🥳
Pretty good! I added a pinch of cinnamon and it was nice. Will do again.
I tried this with other fruits and they were just as good, but blackberries are the best choice!
I was skeptical about using day-old bread, but it really made a difference. It turned out so good!
Don’t know what went wrong, but mine came out all soggy. Maybe too much milk??
The syrup was too sweet for my taste. Less syrup next time please!
I passed on this recipe to my grandma, she’s gonna love it! I can’t wait to see her face.
I forgot the blackberries, but the toast was good on its own. LOL! 4 stars 🙂
Did you really forget the blackberries? That sounds kinda funny. But I guess it was still yummy!
I think the toast sounds great even without the blackberries! Sometimes simple is best!