Fall Pumpkin French Toast
A creamy, flavorful breakfast dish infused with pumpkin, spices, and served warm with maple syrup, perfect for autumn mornings.
Ingredients
For the French Toast
- 4 slices thick bread (recommended: challah or brioche) Thick bread absorbs the custard well.
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree Use 100% pumpkin with no additives for best flavor.
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk (or any dairy-free alternative) Use your preferred milk substitute.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 pinch salt
For Serving
- Maple syrup For drizzling.
- Optional toppings: whipped cream, chopped pecans, or powdered sugar Get creative with your toppings!
Instructions
Preparation
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, eggs, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt until everything is well combined.
- Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease it with butter or cooking spray.
Cooking
- Take each slice of bread and dip it into the pumpkin mixture, ensuring it’s fully coated on both sides. Allow any excess to drip off.
- Place the dipped bread on the preheated skillet. Cook for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until each side is golden brown.
Serving
- Once cooked, serve the pumpkin French toast warm, drizzled with maple syrup and topped with your choice of whipped cream, chopped pecans, or a dusting of powdered sugar.
- Sit back, relax, and savor every bite of your delicious Fall Pumpkin French Toast!
Notes
If you have leftovers, let them cool completely before storing in an airtight container. They can be stored in the refrigerator for up to three days or frozen between layers of parchment paper for up to a month.