Pumpkin French Toast Breakfast
Experience the warm, cozy flavors of fall every morning with this Pumpkin French Toast Breakfast. This delightful dish features thick slices of bread soaked in a spiced pumpkin batter that captures the essence of autumn. Perfect for breakfast or brunch, it’s easy to prepare and can be dressed up with your favorite toppings like maple syrup, nuts, or fresh berries. Whether you’re hosting a festive gathering or enjoying a lazy weekend at home, this versatile recipe is sure to become a beloved staple in your fall menu.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices of thick bread (brioche or challah)
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk (or a 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 for topping (optional)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, eggs, milk, vanilla extract, spices, salt, and brown sugar until smooth. Let sit for a few minutes.
- Preheat a skillet over medium heat and coat with butter or oil.
- Dip each slice of bread into the batter, ensuring it's well-coated on both sides.
- Cook soaked bread slices for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Serve stacked on a plate with maple syrup and optional toppings like nuts or powdered sugar.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 slices (150g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 140mg