Description
Savor the cozy flavors of fall with this Pumpkin French Toast Breakfast. This delightful recipe transforms ordinary French toast into a seasonal treat, featuring thick slices of bread soaked in a spiced pumpkin batter. Topped with warm maple syrup and a sprinkle of nuts, it’s perfect for breakfast or brunch gatherings. In just a few simple steps, you can create a comforting dish that captures the essence of autumn, making it an instant favorite for family and friends. With its rich pumpkin flavor and customizable toppings, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also versatile enough to suit any occasion.
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, for sweetness)
- Butter or oil for cooking
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and spices until smooth.
- Preheat a skillet over medium heat and add butter or oil.
- Dip each slice of bread into the batter until fully coated.
- Cook soaked bread slices in the skillet for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Serve warm with maple syrup and optional toppings like whipped cream or nuts.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg