Description
Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with this Pumpkin French Toast Recipe, perfect for a delightful breakfast or brunch gathering. Each slice of fluffy bread is soaked in a rich pumpkin-infused egg mixture, spiced with cinnamon and pumpkin pie spice. Topped with a homemade whipped pumpkin butter that adds a creamy, sweet finish, this dish transforms ordinary mornings into something special. Whether you enjoy it drizzled with maple syrup or sprinkled with nuts and fresh fruit, it’s sure to become a seasonal favorite at your table.
Ingredients
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- 4 eggs
- 2/3 cup milk (whole, low-fat, or skim)
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 12 slices Texas toast (or French bread, challah)
Instructions
- Preheat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat and melt a small amount of butter.
- In a rectangular baking dish, whisk together eggs, milk, pumpkin puree, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and pumpkin pie spice until well combined.
- Dip each slice of bread into the egg mixture, flipping to coat completely before placing on the hot skillet.
- Cook each slice for about 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Repeat with remaining slices.
- For the whipped pumpkin butter: Beat softened butter in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy. Add pumpkin puree, maple syrup (or honey), vanilla extract, cinnamon, and pumpkin pie spice; mix until creamy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 90g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 210mg
Keywords: Use slightly stale bread for better texture. Experiment with toppings like fresh fruit or chopped nuts for added flavor and crunch.