Description
Pumpkin French toast is a cozy autumn delight that transforms your breakfast into a comforting experience. With fluffy bread soaked in a creamy pumpkin custard and flavored with warm spices, each bite is a taste of fall. Perfect for family gatherings or lazy weekend brunches, this dish is not just delicious but also visually stunning. Top it off with maple syrup and whipped cream for an indulgent treat that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 slices brioche or challah bread
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (not pie filling)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk (or dairy-free alternative)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg (optional)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Maple syrup, for serving
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, pumpkin puree, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla until smooth.
- Dip each slice of bread into the custard mixture, ensuring even coating.
- Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat with butter until sizzling.
- Cook each slice for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Serve stacked high with generous drizzles of maple syrup and optional whipped cream or fresh fruit.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
Keywords: - Use stale bread for better absorption of the egg mixture. - Experiment with spices like cardamom for added warmth. - For extra texture, try using sourdough bread.