Description
Indulge in the flavors of fall with this delicious Pumpkin French Toast recipe. Made with brioche or challah bread and a blend of warm spices, it’s the perfect cozy breakfast or brunch dish for the autumn season.
Ingredients
Scale
Bread:
- 6 thick slices brioche or challah bread
Egg Mixture:
- 3 large eggs
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves (optional)
- pinch of salt
For Cooking and Serving:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Maple syrup
- Powdered sugar
- Chopped pecans
Instructions
- Prepare the Egg Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, pumpkin puree, brown sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves (if using), and salt until well combined.
- Soak the Bread: Dip each bread slice into the mixture, allowing it to soak for 15–20 seconds per side.
- Cook the French Toast: Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat and melt a bit of butter. Cook the soaked bread slices for 2–3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and slightly crisp. Repeat with remaining slices, adding more butter as needed.
- Serve: Serve warm with maple syrup, a dusting of powdered sugar, and chopped pecans if desired.
Notes
- Day-old bread works best to prevent sogginess.
- For a dairy-free version, use almond or oat milk and dairy-free butter.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 slices
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 170mg
