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Pumpkin French Toast

Indulgent Pumpkin French Toast: Fall's Cozy Breakfast Treat

This Pumpkin French Toast is a cozy breakfast treat perfect for fall, featuring a custardy texture and warm flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread Base
  • 4 slices Challah or brioche or Texas toast Feel free to swap with your favorite dense bread for variation
For the Pumpkin Batter
  • 1 cup Pumpkin puree Choose pure pumpkin for the best results
  • 1 cup Milk Non-dairy options can be used for a vegan twist
  • 2 Eggs Essential for binding the mixture together
  • ¼ cup Heavy cream Optional for extra richness
For Sweetness
  • 2 tablespoons Brown sugar Can substitute with coconut sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar Feel free to reduce if you prefer a less sweet dish
For Flavor Enhancement
  • 1 tablespoon Pumpkin pie spice You can substitute with individual spices
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Essential for flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon Adjust based on your spice preference
  • ¼ teaspoon Ground nutmeg Use a pinch to prevent overpowering
  • ¼ teaspoon Ground cloves Optional based on your taste
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt Balances the sweetness
For Cooking
  • 1 tablespoon Butter Can be replaced with oil or a plant-based alternative

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • shallow dish
  • griddle or non-stick skillet

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, milk, eggs, and heavy cream until smooth.
  2. Stir in the brown sugar and granulated sugar until dissolved. Then, mix in the pumpkin pie spice, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, ground cloves, and salt.
  3. Transfer the batter into a shallow dish designed for soaking the bread.
  4. Place the bread slices into the batter and soak for 2-3 minutes per side.
  5. Warm a griddle or non-stick skillet over medium heat and melt a tablespoon of butter.
  6. Once the butter is bubbling, cook the soaked bread slices for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  7. If cooking in batches, preheat your oven to 200°F to keep slices warm.
  8. Serve with your favorite toppings like maple syrup, whipped cream, or fresh fruit.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 240mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 1500IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Avoid oversoaking the bread. Two to three minutes per side is ideal for the perfect texture. Consider adding toppings like nuts, yogurt, or fresh fruit to elevate the dish.

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