Description
A cozy and delicious Fall Pumpkin French Toast recipe that infuses traditional French toast with warm autumn spices and pumpkin puree for a perfect seasonal breakfast or brunch treat.
Ingredients
Scale
French Toast Mixture
- 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
Bread & Cooking
- 8 slices of thick bread (such as brioche or challah)
- Butter or oil for frying
Serving
- Maple syrup for serving
- Optional toppings: Whipped cream, powdered sugar, chopped pecans
Instructions
- Prepare the batter: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, pumpkin puree, brown sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger until smooth and fully combined.
- Preheat the skillet: Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease it with butter or oil to prevent sticking.
- Dip the bread: Immerse each slice of thick bread into the pumpkin mixture, coating both sides thoroughly. Let any excess batter drip off to avoid sogginess.
- Cook the French toast: Place the soaked bread slices onto the heated skillet. Cook each side for 3-4 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Keep warm: Transfer the cooked French toast to a plate and keep warm while you finish cooking the remaining slices.
- Serve: Serve the pumpkin French toast warm, drizzled with maple syrup and topped with optional whipped cream, a dusting of powdered sugar, or chopped pecans.
Notes
- Use thick slices of bread like brioche or challah for best texture.
- Adjust the level of sweetness by increasing or decreasing brown sugar according to taste.
- For a dairy-free option, substitute milk with almond milk or oat milk and use oil for frying.
- To keep cooked French toast warm and prevent sogginess, place it in a single layer on a baking sheet in a low oven (about 200°F) while finishing the rest.
- Optional toppings add texture and extra flavor but can be omitted for a simpler dish.
