Description
Pumpkin French Toast is the ultimate autumn breakfast that combines the warmth of pumpkin and spices with a crispy, golden crust. This quick and easy recipe takes less than 30 minutes to prepare and is perfect for cozy weekend brunches or even a delightful dessert. Drizzled with real maple syrup and served with whipped cream, each bite is a flavorful embrace of fall. Impress your family and friends with this delightful dish that’s sure to become a seasonal favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices thick-cut brioche or challah bread
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk (or almond/oat milk)
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp maple syrup (plus more for serving)
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, pumpkin puree, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and optional pumpkin pie spice until well combined.
- Dip each slice of bread into the custard mixture; allow to soak for at least 2 minutes per side.
- Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat until bubbly.
- Cook soaked bread slices for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve warm, drizzled with maple syrup and topped with whipped cream if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: - For an added crunch, sprinkle some pecans on top before serving. - Use day-old bread for better absorption of the custard mixture. - To make it dairy-free, substitute milk with almond or oat milk.