Description
This Fall Pumpkin French Toast recipe combines the creamy richness of pumpkin puree with warm autumn spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger to create a cozy, flavorful breakfast. Thick slices of bread are soaked in a spiced pumpkin-egg mixture and cooked until golden brown, making a perfect dish to enjoy with maple syrup and optional toppings like whipped cream and chopped pecans.
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 and Cooking
- 8 slices of thick bread (such as brioche or challah)
- Butter or oil for frying
To Serve
- Maple syrup
- Optional toppings: Whipped cream, powdered sugar, chopped pecans
Instructions
- Prepare the pumpkin mixture: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, pumpkin puree, brown sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger until smooth and well combined.
- Heat the cooking surface: Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly coat with butter or oil to prevent sticking.
- Soak the bread slices: Dip each slice of bread into the pumpkin mixture, ensuring both sides are thoroughly coated. Let any excess batter drip off before cooking.
- Cook the French toast: Place the soaked bread slices onto the preheated skillet or griddle. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until the bread is golden brown and cooked through.
- Keep warm and repeat: Transfer the cooked French toast to a plate and keep warm while repeating the process with the remaining bread slices.
- Serve: Serve the pumpkin French toast warm, drizzled with maple syrup and topped optionally with whipped cream, powdered sugar, or chopped pecans for added flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use thick, sturdy bread like brioche or challah to avoid sogginess when soaking.
- Adjust the amount of spices to suit your taste preference for warmth and sweetness.
- For a dairy-free option, substitute milk with almond or oat milk and use coconut oil for frying.
- Ensure the skillet is not too hot to avoid burning the French toast before it cooks through.
- Keep cooked French toast warm in a low oven (around 200°F or 90°C) if preparing in batches.
