Description
Pumpkin French Toast is the perfect autumn breakfast, blending thick slices of bread with a luscious pumpkin custard infused with warm spices. This dish transforms your morning routine into a cozy experience, whether enjoyed on a leisurely weekend or served at a festive brunch gathering. Top it off with maple syrup or whipped cream for an indulgent treat that captures the essence of fall.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 thick slices brioche or challah bread
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk (or almond/oat milk)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 2 tbsp butter (for frying)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, eggs, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg until smooth.
- Dip each slice of bread into the custard mixture, soaking for about 30 seconds per side.
- Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat until bubbling.
- Cook soaked bread slices for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Serve warm with maple syrup, whipped cream, or toppings of choice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (75g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Use stale bread for better absorption and to prevent sogginess. Customize with toppings like chocolate chips or nuts for added flavor and texture. Prepare in advance by soaking the bread overnight in the custard mixture for deeper flavor.