Description
Pumpkin French Toast is a comforting fall breakfast. It features thick slices of brioche bread coated in a spiced pumpkin custard, pan-fried to golden perfection. Enjoy the warm flavors of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 slices of thick brioche or challah bread
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk (or dairy-free alternative)
- 1/2 cup pumpkin purée
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 2 tablespoons butter (for frying)
- Maple syrup, whipped cream, or powdered sugar for serving
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, pumpkin purée, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until smooth and well combined.
- Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat and melt 1 tablespoon of butter.
- Dip each slice of bread into the pumpkin mixture, ensuring both sides are well coated but not soggy.
- Place the coated bread slices onto the heated skillet and cook for 3–4 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
- Repeat with remaining slices, adding more butter as needed.
- Serve warm with maple syrup, a dusting of powdered sugar, or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra indulgent touch.
Notes
- Use day-old bread for best results, as it absorbs the custard better without becoming soggy.
- Cook on medium heat to ensure the inside cooks through while the outside turns golden brown.
- You can prepare the custard mixture the night before to save time in the morning.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days and reheated in a toaster oven or skillet.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (1 slice)
- Calories: 285 kcal
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 100mg