Breakfast just became more exciting with these Keto Maple French Toast Bagels. They bring together the cozy flavor of classic French toast and the soft, warm texture of a homemade bagel, all in a low carb recipe that is easy to enjoy any morning of the week.
These keto bagels were inspired by the idea of turning French toast-style bread into a breakfast bagel. Instead of making a slice of low carb French toast and serving it on a plate, this recipe bakes that maple flavor directly into a bagel shape. The result is simple, satisfying, and perfect for anyone looking for a keto breakfast recipe that feels a little special without being complicated.
The best part is that the maple flavor is mixed right into the batter, so every bite has a lightly sweet, breakfast-style taste. You can enjoy these bagels plain, warm them up, or add your favorite keto-friendly topping. They are also convenient for meal prep because they can be stored in the refrigerator or freezer and enjoyed later.
Are these bagels similar to other low carb bagel recipes?
There are many keto and low carb bagel recipes available, but this version has a distinct French toast-inspired flavor because the maple flavored syrup is baked directly into the batter. That means you do not have to rely only on toppings to get that sweet maple taste. The flavor is already built into the bagel from the start.
These bagels are not meant to be exactly like a traditional wheat bagel. Instead, they are a keto-friendly breakfast option made with coconut flour, psyllium husk powder, eggs, and low carb sweetener. The texture is hearty, slightly tender, and satisfying enough to serve as a quick breakfast bread. If you like recipes that feel comforting while still fitting into a low carb lifestyle, this one is worth trying.
Do these taste like Tim Horton’s Maple Cinnamon French Toast Bagel?
This recipe was not created as an exact copycat version, but it does have a delicious maple French toast flavor. A sprinkle of cinnamon and a little keto-friendly sweetener on top would make the flavor even closer to a maple cinnamon-style breakfast bagel.
For comparison, the nutrition information provided for Tim Horton’s Maple Cinnamon French Toast Bagel is: Calories 350, Total Carbohydrates 67g, Fiber 2g, Sugar 15g, Net Carbs 65g, Fat 4g, and Protein 10g.
The nutrition information for this Keto Maple French Toast Bagel is: Calories 164, Total Carbohydrates 16g, Fiber 10g, Sugar Alcohol 5g, Net Carbs 1g, Fat 9g, and Protein 4g per bagel.
The flavor of these keto maple bagels is warm, lightly sweet, and ideal for breakfast. You can serve them with cream cheese, peanut butter, sugar-free maple syrup, or sugar-free jam. They are also tasty on their own if you want something simple with your morning coffee.
Can these Keto Maple French Toast Bagels be dairy free?
Yes, these bagels can be dairy free as written, depending on the specific products you use. The recipe uses bacon grease instead of butter, which adds flavor and keeps the batter rich. If the batter needs thinning, a small splash of unsweetened almond milk can be added. This adjustment works well and does not prevent the bagels from baking properly.
If you do not have bacon grease available, butter or oil can be used instead. However, bacon grease adds a savory depth that balances the sweet maple flavor nicely. Choose the option that best fits your ingredients and dietary needs.
Keto Maple French Toast Bagels Recipe
These Keto Maple French Toast Bagels are a delicious low carb breakfast idea made with coconut flour, psyllium husk powder, eggs, monkfruit sweetener, and maple flavored syrup. They are baked in donut pans to create a bagel-style shape and can be enjoyed fresh, refrigerated, or frozen for later.
Keto Maple French Toast Bagels Recipe Ingredients
- 6 tablespoons bacon grease, melted and warm
- 6 tablespoons coconut flour
- 6 tablespoons psyllium husk powder
- 6 tablespoons powdered monkfruit sweetener
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon fine pink salt
- 6 large eggs, whisked
- 12 tablespoons maple flavored syrup
Keto Maple French Toast Bagels Recipe Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
- Add the melted, warm bacon grease to a large mixing bowl.
- Add the coconut flour, psyllium husk powder, powdered monkfruit sweetener, baking powder, and salt. Mix well, breaking up any clumps as you stir.
- Add the whisked eggs and maple flavored syrup. Mix until the batter is fully combined and evenly incorporated.
- Fill two 6-ring donut pans with the batter.
- Smooth the tops of the batter and gently tap the pans on the counter to release any trapped air bubbles.
- Bake on the middle rack for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the bagels are set.
- Remove the pans from the oven and allow the bagels to cool completely before removing them from the pans.
- Store the bagels in the refrigerator or freezer for later.
Recipe Notes
If you do not have bacon grease, you can use butter or oil instead. Bacon grease adds a savory flavor that pairs well with the maple sweetness, but the recipe can still work with another fat.
These bagels can be served in several ways. Try them with cream cheese, peanut butter, sugar-free maple syrup, or sugar-free jam. They are also flavorful enough to enjoy plain, especially when warmed slightly before serving.
This recipe can also be baked in other pans. When baked in a muffin top pan, the result is more like a pancake-style bread. A mini bread loaf pan may also work well if you prefer a different shape.
Keto Maple French Toast Bagels Recipe Nutrition
Nutrition per serving, based on 1 bagel:
Calories 164, Total Carbohydrates 16g, Fiber 10g, Sugar Alcohol 5g, Net Carbs 1g, Fat 9g, Protein 4g.
Keto Maple French Toast Bagels Recipe
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Course: Breakfast idea
Cuisine: American
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 164 kcal per serving
Ingredients
- 6 tablespoons bacon grease
- 6 tablespoons coconut flour
- 6 tablespoons psyllium husk powder
- 6 tablespoons powdered monkfruit sweetener
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon fine pink salt
- 6 large eggs, whisked
- 12 tablespoons maple flavored syrup
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
- Place the melted, warm bacon grease in a large mixing bowl.
- Add all dry ingredients and mix well to remove clumps.
- Add the whisked eggs and maple flavored syrup, then mix until fully combined.
- Divide the batter between two 6-ring donut pans.
- Smooth the batter and tap the pans on the counter to release air bubbles.
- Bake on the middle rack for 18 to 20 minutes.
- Let the bagels cool completely before removing them from the pans.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator or freezer.
Notes
If you do not have bacon grease, use butter or oil instead. Bacon grease gives the bagels extra flavor, but the recipe is flexible.
Serve with cream cheese, peanut butter, sugar-free maple syrup, or sugar-free jam.
Sugar alcohol is not included in the net carb count. These are 1 net carb each.
Save this Keto Maple French Toast Bagels recipe for a quick and delicious low carb breakfast.
If you enjoyed this low carb bread recipe, try another keto bagel or bun recipe for even more breakfast ideas.