Pumpkin French Toast Breakfast
Pumpkin French Toast Breakfast is a warm, comforting dish that captures the essence of fall in every bite. This delightful recipe features thick slices of bread soaked in a spiced pumpkin batter, making it perfect for cozy mornings or festive gatherings. With its rich flavors of pumpkin and warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, this breakfast treat is sure to elevate your mornings. Plus, it’s simple to prepare, taking just 25 minutes from start to finish. Enjoy it topped with maple syrup, chopped nuts, or whipped cream for a truly indulgent experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- 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 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 mixing bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and spices until smooth.
- Preheat a skillet over medium heat and add butter or oil.
- Dip bread slices in the batter, ensuring they are well coated.
- Cook each slice for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Serve warm with maple syrup and optional toppings like powdered sugar or nuts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg