Description
This Fall Pumpkin French Toast recipe combines the cozy flavors of pumpkin and warm spices with classic French toast for a perfect autumn breakfast. Each slice is soaked in a creamy pumpkin-spice custard, then pan-fried to a golden brown and topped with maple syrup and optional sweet garnishes, offering a delicious seasonal twist on a breakfast favorite.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 8 slices thick bread (such as brioche or challah)
For Cooking and Serving
- Butter or oil for frying
- Maple syrup for serving
- Optional toppings: whipped cream, powdered sugar, chopped pecans
Instructions
- Prepare the custard mixture: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, pumpkin puree, brown sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and ground ginger until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
- Heat the skillet: Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease it with butter or oil to prevent sticking and to add flavor.
- Soak the bread slices: Dip each slice of bread into the pumpkin custard mixture, coating both sides thoroughly. Allow excess batter to drip off to avoid sogginess during cooking.
- Cook the French toast: Place the soaked bread slices onto the heated skillet. Cook each side for 3 to 4 minutes or until the surface is golden brown and the bread is cooked through.
- Keep warm and repeat: Transfer cooked slices to a plate and keep warm while you cook the remaining slices in the same manner.
- Serve: Serve your pumpkin French toast warm, drizzled with maple syrup and topped with optional toppings such as whipped cream, powdered sugar, or chopped pecans for extra flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use thick slices of bread like brioche or challah to absorb the custard without falling apart.
- Adjust spices according to taste – add more cinnamon or nutmeg for a stronger spice flavor.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute milk with almond or oat milk and use oil instead of butter.
- Keep cooked French toast warm in a low oven (around 200°F/90°C) while finishing the batch.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheated in a toaster or skillet.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
