Description
Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with this delicious Pumpkin French Toast. Thick slices of bread are soaked in a spiced pumpkin custard mixture and cooked to golden perfection. Perfect for a seasonal breakfast treat!
Ingredients
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Egg Mixture:
- 4 large eggs
- ¾ cup milk
- ½ cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- â…› teaspoon ground cloves
- pinch of salt
Other:
- 8 slices thick-cut bread (such as brioche or Texas toast)
- butter or oil for greasing the pan
Instructions
- Prepare the Pumpkin Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, pumpkin puree, brown sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt until smooth.
- Cook the French Toast: Preheat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil. Dip each slice of bread into the pumpkin mixture, allowing it to soak for a few seconds on each side. Cook for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve: Repeat with remaining slices, greasing the pan as needed. Serve warm with maple syrup, whipped cream, or powdered sugar.
Notes
- Day-old bread works best for soaking up the pumpkin custard.
- You can use dairy-free milk and butter alternatives to make this recipe dairy-free.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 slices
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 155mg
