Pumpkin French Toast Breakfast
Indulge in the cozy warmth of fall with our Pumpkin French Toast Breakfast, an inviting dish perfect for chilly mornings or festive gatherings. This delightful breakfast features thick slices of bread soaked in a spiced pumpkin batter and finished with a drizzle of maple syrup. It’s not just a meal; it’s a celebration of autumn flavors that will brighten your day and impress your guests.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices of thick bread (like brioche or challah)
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (canned or homemade)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk (or non-dairy alternative)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar (optional, for sweetness)
- Butter or oil for cooking
- Maple syrup, for serving
- Powdered sugar, for garnish (optional)
- Chopped pecans or walnuts (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and spices until smooth. Let sit for a few minutes.
- Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and add butter or oil.
- Soak each slice of bread in the pumpkin batter for a few seconds on each side.
- Cook soaked bread slices on the skillet for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Serve warm, topped with maple syrup and optional nuts for crunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg