Description
Pumpkin French Toast Breakfast is a delightful twist on the classic favorite, perfect for cozy fall mornings. This easy recipe features thick slices of bread soaked in a spiced pumpkin batter and cooked to golden perfection. Topped with warm maple syrup, powdered sugar, and crunchy nuts, it’s a comforting dish that impresses at breakfast or brunch gatherings. In just 25 minutes, you can create a flavorful treat that captures the essence of autumn in every bite. Whether it’s a holiday celebration or a simple weekend breakfast, this Pumpkin French Toast will brighten your day and satisfy your cravings.
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
- Maple syrup, for serving
- Powdered sugar, for garnish (optional)
- Chopped pecans or walnuts (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, eggs, milk, vanilla extract, spices, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Preheat skillet over medium heat and add butter or oil.
- Coat each slice of bread in the pumpkin batter for a few seconds on each side.
- Cook soaked bread in the skillet for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Serve stacked with maple syrup and desired toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 60mg