Description
Indulge in the warmth and comfort of fall with this Pumpkin French Toast Breakfast. This delightful recipe combines thick slices of bread soaked in a spiced pumpkin batter, creating a cozy morning treat perfect for family gatherings or festive brunches. Topped with rich maple syrup and optional nuts, this French toast is not only delicious but also customizable to suit your taste. Whether you enjoy it sweet or savory, this dish will surely brighten your day and become a seasonal favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices thick bread (brioche or challah)
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk (or non-dairy alternative)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar (optional)
- Butter or oil for cooking
- Maple syrup for serving
- Powdered sugar (optional)
- Chopped nuts (pecans or walnuts, optional)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, eggs, milk, vanilla extract, spices, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Preheat a skillet or griddle over medium heat with butter or oil.
- Dip each slice of bread into the pumpkin batter, ensuring thorough coating.
- Cook each slice for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Serve stacked with maple syrup and optional toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 90g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 50mg