Pumpkin French Toast
Indulge in the ultimate autumn breakfast with this Pumpkin French Toast. Fluffy thick-cut bread is soaked in a creamy pumpkin custard infused with warm spices, then griddled to golden perfection. Perfect for lazy weekends or special gatherings, this dish will fill your home with the inviting aromas of fall and leave your taste buds dancing. Drizzle with maple syrup or top with whipped cream for an extra touch of sweetness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Griddling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices thick-cut bread (brioche or challah recommended)
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree (100% pure)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk (or nut milk)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- Maple syrup (for serving)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, eggs, milk, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla until smooth.
- Dip each slice of bread into the custard mixture for about 30 seconds on each side.
- Preheat a non-stick griddle over medium heat and add butter until melted.
- Place soaked bread slices on the griddle and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Serve immediately topped with maple syrup or whipped cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg