Description
Start your day with a warm hug of flavors by making this delicious Pumpkin French Toast. Infused with rich pumpkin purée and aromatic spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, each slice offers a perfect balance of crispy edges and soft, tender insides. This breakfast dish is not only easy to prepare but also ideal for gatherings, yielding 24 generous slices that everyone will love. Indulge in a delightful morning experience that captures the essence of fall while providing endless customization options—from drizzling maple syrup to adding a dollop of whipped cream. Whether it’s a cozy family breakfast or a festive brunch with friends, this Pumpkin French Toast is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pumpkin purée
- 8 large eggs
- 1⅓ cups milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 4 tablespoons sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 24 slices thick-cut white bread (challah or brioche recommended)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together pumpkin purée, eggs, milk, vanilla, sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg until smooth.
- Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease it with oil or cooking spray.
- Dip each slice of bread into the pumpkin mixture, allowing it to soak briefly on both sides.
- Cook the soaked bread slices in batches for about 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve warm with desired toppings like maple syrup, whipped cream, or powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (56g)
- Calories: 165
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 90mg